Below Average
#1788 of 2,221 schools in MO
Knob Noster Middle
Middle School · KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
211 E WIMER, Knob Noster, MO 65336
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,788 of 2,221
In Knob Noster
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
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About Knob Noster Middle
Knob Noster Middle is a public middle school in Knob Noster, MO, part of KNOB NOSTER R-VIII. Knob Noster Middle serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Knob Noster Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,788 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Knob Noster Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Knob Noster Middle — Students at Knob Noster Middle score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Knob Noster Middle Compares
See how Knob Noster Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
211 E WIMER, Knob Noster, MO 65336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knob Noster Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KNOB NOSTER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby La Monte), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KNOB NOSTER HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knob Noster, see our Knob Noster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| KNOB NOSTER HIGH Knob Noster | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. Whiteman Afb | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 7.3 mi | 7.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| RIDGE VIEW ELEM. Warrensburg | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WARRENSBURG HIGH Warrensburg | 8.6 mi | 4.2 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY Warrensburg | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WARRENSBURG MIDDLE Warrensburg | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| STERLING ELEM. Warrensburg | 9.1 mi | 6.9 |
| MARTIN WARREN ELEM. Warrensburg | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge | 12.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge | 12.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 11.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 15.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 15.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WINDSOR HIGH Windsor | 15.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,860
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
6,527
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
31.2
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|---|---|
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| HILLSBORO MIDDLE ELEM. Hillsboro, MO | 4.8 |
| BOWLING GREEN MIDDLE Bowling Green, MO | 4.7 |
| STRAFFORD MIDDLE Strafford, MO | 4.7 |
| T. S. HILL MIDDLE Dexter, MO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knob Noster Middle
What grades does Knob Noster Middle serve?
Knob Noster Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Knob Noster Middle?
Knob Noster Middle has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knob Noster Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Knob Noster Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knob Noster Middle rank in MO?
Knob Noster Middle ranks #1,788 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Knob Noster Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Knob Noster Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Knob Noster Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knob Noster Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Knob Noster Middle a charter school?
No, Knob Noster Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knob Noster Middle a Title I school?
No, Knob Noster Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knob Noster Middle?
35.5% of students at Knob Noster Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (660) 563-2260
Resources & Links
District
KNOB NOSTER R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 1,894
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,236
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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