Needs Improvement
#2155 of 2,221 schools in MO
R. G. Central Middle
Middle School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS
9800 PATRICIA BARKALOW DR, St. Louis, MO 63137
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,155 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#179 of 193
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
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R. G. Central Middle
Middle School in St. Louis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R. G. Central Middle
R. G. Central Middle is a public middle school in St.
Louis, MO, part of RIVERVIEW GARDENS. R. G.
Central Middle serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. R. G.
Central Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,155 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for R. G.
Central Middle show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at R. G. Central 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.
66% of students at R. G. Central Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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R. G. Central Middle — Students at R. G. Central Middle score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How R. G. Central Middle Compares
See how R. G. Central 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
9800 PATRICIA BARKALOW DR, St. Louis, MO 63137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. G. Central Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westview Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH (rated 3.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Jennings), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,597
Median Home Value
$79,400
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
19,690
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown, MO | 3.4 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 3.4 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin, MO | 3.6 |
| PACIFIC INTERMEDIATE Pacific, MO | 3.6 |
| YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.6 |
| NORTHWEST VALLEY SCH. House Springs, MO | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. G. Central Middle
What grades does R. G. Central Middle serve?
R. G. Central Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend R. G. Central Middle?
R. G. Central Middle has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. G. Central Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at R. G. Central Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. G. Central Middle rank in MO?
R. G. Central Middle ranks #2,155 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is R. G. Central Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
R. G. Central Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 R. G. Central Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. G. Central Middle has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is R. G. Central Middle a charter school?
No, R. G. Central Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. G. Central Middle a Title I school?
No, R. G. Central Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. G. Central Middle?
100.0% of students at R. G. Central 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (314) 867-2603
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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