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#901 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 41% in state
Lafayette Co. Middle
Middle School · LAFAYETTE CO. C-1
807B W 31ST, Higginsville, MO 64037
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#901 of 2,221
In Higginsville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
LAFAYETTE CO. C-1
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Lafayette Co. Middle
Middle School in Higginsville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lafayette Co. Middle
Lafayette Co. Middle is a public middle school in Higginsville, MO, part of LAFAYETTE CO. C-1.
Lafayette Co. Middle serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Co.
Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #901 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Co. Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lafayette Co. Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lafayette Co. Middle — Students at Lafayette Co. Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Lafayette Co. Middle Compares
See how Lafayette Co. 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
807B W 31ST, Higginsville, MO 64037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette Co. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEXINGTON MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ODESSA MIDDLE (rated 4.4/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Odessa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Higginsville, see our Higginsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAFAYETTE CO. HIGH Higginsville | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL Higginsville | 0.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Higginsville | 0.7 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Higginsville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 9.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington | 10.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington | 10.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 10.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Alma | 9.9 mi | 8.0 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alma | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. Hardin | 15.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL HIGH Hardin | 15.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MCQUERRY ELEMENTARY Odessa | 13.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ODESSA HIGH Odessa | 13.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ODESSA MIDDLE Odessa | 13.3 mi | 4.4 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. Norborne | 16.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,090
Median Home Value
$178,700
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
6,325
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KINGSTON MIDDLE Cadet, MO | 6.8 |
| MARIES CO. MIDDLE Bland, MO | 6.8 |
| PUTNAM CO. MIDDLE Unionville, MO | 6.8 |
| EAST PRAIRIE MIDDLE East Prairie, MO | 6.7 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Carrollton, MO | 6.7 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Washburn, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette Co. Middle
What grades does Lafayette Co. Middle serve?
Lafayette Co. Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lafayette Co. Middle?
Lafayette Co. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Co. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Co. Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette Co. Middle rank in MO?
Lafayette Co. Middle ranks #901 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lafayette Co. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette Co. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Lafayette Co. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Co. Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lafayette Co. Middle a charter school?
No, Lafayette Co. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette Co. Middle a Title I school?
No, Lafayette Co. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Co. Middle?
47.8% of students at Lafayette Co. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lafayette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (660) 584-7161
Resources & Links
District
LAFAYETTE CO. C-1- District Enrollment
- 964
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,292
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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