Lockwood Middle School

Lockwood Middle School is a small public middle school located in the remote rural community of Lockwood, Missouri. Serving students from seventh to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of just 51 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1 with three full-time equivalent teachers on staff. While academic performance metrics show room for improvement—Lockwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10 and its state ranking places it at number 1903 out of 2234 schools in Missouri, or the 15th percentile—the school community remains dedicated to supporting student development and growth.

The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 35% for students across both grades, while Math proficiency is at 22%, indicating areas where additional support could be beneficial. Despite these figures, Lockwood Middle School provides a close-knit learning environment in its rural setting, fostering strong connections between teachers and students. Lockwood Middle School sits in the heart of a remote rural area, offering a tight-knit community atmosphere that encourages involvement from both families and local residents.

With an enrollment of 51 students, Lockwood Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Lockwood Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Lockwood Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.