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#1726 of 2,221 schools in MO

North Co. Middle

Middle School · NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

406 E CHESTNUT, Desloge, MO 63601

Enrollment

362

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,726 of 2,221

In Desloge

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

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North Co. Middle

4.9/10

Middle School in Desloge · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Intermediate Sch.

5.4/10

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3.7/10

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About North Co. Middle

North Co. Middle is a public middle school in Desloge, MO, part of NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO.

R-I. North Co. Middle serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

North Co. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,726 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for North Co.

Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,823
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

North Co. Middle — Students at North Co. Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
60.5%
ELA
26.1%
2025
Math
54.2%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How North Co. Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in MO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

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

406 E CHESTNUT, Desloge, MO 63601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Co. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST COUNTY MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERMEDIATE SCH. (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Desloge, see our Desloge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 0.4 mi 5.4
NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge 0.4 mi 3.7
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 0.8 mi 6.2
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 1.7 mi 7.2
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 2.2 mi
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 2.2 mi 6.9
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre 2.5 mi 5.4
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 2.5 mi 6.4
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 3.2 mi 5.9
WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills 4.7 mi 5.8
WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills 4.8 mi 7.0
WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills 5.0 mi 8.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 6.1 mi 7.1
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington 7.9 mi 5.8
JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington 7.6 mi 7.0
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 8.2 mi 4.7
WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington 8.2 mi 5.1
BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck 8.6 mi 5.3
BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck 8.6 mi 6.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington 8.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,798

Median Home Value

$114,400

Median Rent

$734/mo

Population

16,434

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO 4.9
PLEASANT HILL MIDDLE Pleasant Hill, MO 4.9
MONTGOMERY CO. MIDDLE Montgomery City, MO 5.0
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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Co. Middle

What grades does North Co. Middle serve?

North Co. Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend North Co. Middle?

North Co. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Co. Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at North Co. Middle is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Co. Middle rank in MO?

North Co. Middle ranks #1,726 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is North Co. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

North Co. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 North Co. Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Co. Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Co. Middle a charter school?

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

Is North Co. Middle a Title I school?

No, North Co. Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

41.4% of students at North 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

District

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I
District Enrollment
2,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
District Rank
#4 of 5

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