Skip to main content

Average

#1629 of 2,221 schools in MO

Meadow Heights Middle School

Middle School · MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II

14571 STATE HIGHWAY 72, Patton, MO 63662

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,629 of 2,221

In Patton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Meadow Heights Middle School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Meadow Heights Middle School

5.2/10

Middle School in Patton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Meadow Heights High

4.9/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Meadow Heights Elem.

6.8/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Meadow Heights Middle School

Meadow Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Patton, MO, part of MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II. Meadow Heights Middle School serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,629 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Meadow Heights Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • MO avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 122 students, Meadow Heights Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Meadow Heights Middle School 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.

Meadow Heights Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency29.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.4 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,671
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Meadow Heights Middle School — Students at Meadow Heights Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
47.1% (2025 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 11 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
29.7%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Meadow Heights Middle School Compares

See how Meadow Heights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in MO
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

Location

14571 STATE HIGHWAY 72, Patton, MO 63662

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadow Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PERRY CO. MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Perryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLAND MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Marble Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Fredericktown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Patton, see our Patton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MEADOW HEIGHTS HIGH Patton 0.0 mi 4.9
MEADOW HEIGHTS ELEM. Patton 0.0 mi 6.8
MARQUAND ELEM. Marquand 11.8 mi 7.6
MARQUAND-ZION HIGH Marquand 11.8 mi 7.6
WOODLAND ELEM. Marble Hill 14.2 mi 4.8
WOODLAND HIGH Marble Hill 14.2 mi 5.3
WOODLAND MIDDLE Marble Hill 14.2 mi 7.1
MILLERSVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR. Millersville 12.3 mi 6.1
ST VINCENT DE PAUL JR/SR SCHOOLS Perryville 15.5 mi 4.7
PERRY CO. MIDDLE Perryville 15.5 mi 7.5
PERRYVILLE ELEM. Perryville 15.5 mi 8.1
PERRYVILLE SR. HIGH Perryville 15.6 mi 3.5
PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER Perryville 15.5 mi 6.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Perryville 15.7 mi 5.5
OAK RIDGE HIGH Oak Ridge 13.5 mi 6.5
OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge 13.5 mi 4.8
LEOPOLD ELEM. Leopold 18.0 mi 6.2
LEOPOLD HIGH Leopold 18.0 mi 6.7
FREDERICKTOWN INTERMEDIATE Fredericktown 16.5 mi 6.2
KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown 16.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,288

Median Home Value

$107,400

Population

922

College Educated

2.5%

Homeownership

75.7%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

55.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna, MO 5.2
STURGEON MIDDLE Sturgeon, MO 5.3
CHARLESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Charleston, MO 5.1
EAST CARTER CO. R-II MIDDLE Ellsinore, MO 5.1
WINDSOR AMISH SCHOOLS Windsor, MO 5.0
EAST BUCHANAN MIDDLE Easton, MO 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadow Heights Middle School

What grades does Meadow Heights Middle School serve?

Meadow Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Meadow Heights Middle School?

Meadow Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Middle School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadow Heights Middle School rank in MO?

Meadow Heights Middle School ranks #1,629 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Meadow Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadow Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Meadow Heights Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Heights Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).

Is Meadow Heights Middle School a charter school?

No, Meadow Heights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Meadow Heights Middle School a Title I school?

No, Meadow Heights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Heights Middle School?

52.5% of students at Meadow Heights Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bollinger County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

District

MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II
District Enrollment
508
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,671
District Rank
#2 of 3

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.