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Middle Sch.

Middle School · NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT

1400 HALE MCGINTY DR, Neosho, MO 64850

Enrollment

725

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,066 of 2,221

In Neosho

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Middle Sch.

6.5/10

Middle School in Neosho · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

George Washington Carver Elem.

7.2/10

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Neosho Jr. High

7.0/10

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

About Middle Sch.

Middle Sch. is a public middle school in Neosho, MO, part of NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT. Middle Sch. serves approximately 725 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Sch. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,066 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Middle Sch. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,445
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Middle Sch. — Students at Middle Sch. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
32.6%
ELA
27.3%
2025
Math
32.8%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Middle Sch. Compares

See how Middle Sch. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in MO
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1400 HALE MCGINTY DR, Neosho, MO 64850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle Sch. may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Seneca), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIAMOND MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Diamond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEOSHO JR. HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Neosho, see our Neosho schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM. Neosho 0.7 mi 7.2
NEOSHO JR. HIGH Neosho 0.8 mi 7.0
NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho 1.5 mi 6.2
SOUTH ELEM. Neosho 1.5 mi 7.1
NEOSHO HIGH Neosho 1.8 mi 6.2
FIELD EARLY CHILD./KDGN. CTR. Neosho 2.8 mi 3.3
BENTON ELEM. Neosho 3.1 mi 7.3
WESTVIEW ELEM. Neosho 5.8 mi 6.2
GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman 7.4 mi 8.2
DIAMOND HIGH Diamond 11.0 mi 6.7
DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond 11.1 mi 8.0
GRANBY Granby 9.8 mi 5.2
DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond 11.1 mi 5.4
EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby 10.0 mi 6.6
SENECA EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Seneca 10.8 mi 3.5
SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Seneca 10.9 mi 8.3
SENECA ELEM. Seneca 10.9 mi 6.6
SENECA HIGH Seneca 11.1 mi 3.9
ANDERSON MIDDLE Anderson 14.0 mi 6.4
SENECA JUNIOR HIGH Seneca 11.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,945

Median Home Value

$161,700

Median Rent

$762/mo

Population

25,355

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters, MO 6.5
FOX MIDDLE Arnold, MO 6.5
GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview, MO 6.5
HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City, MO 6.5
SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown, MO 6.5
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin, MO 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle Sch.

What grades does Middle Sch. serve?

Middle Sch. serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Middle Sch.?

Middle Sch. has an enrollment of approximately 725 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Sch.?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle Sch. is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middle Sch. rank in MO?

Middle Sch. ranks #1,066 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Middle Sch.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Middle Sch. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Middle Sch.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Sch. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middle Sch. a charter school?

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

Is Middle Sch. a Title I school?

No, Middle Sch. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Sch.?

62.2% of students at Middle Sch. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
725
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Newton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,000
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,445
District Rank
#6 of 8

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