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Raytown Middle

Middle School · RAYTOWN C-2

4900 PITTMAN RD, Kansas City, MO 64133

Enrollment

737

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,431 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#84 of 147

public schools

In district

#5 of 17

RAYTOWN C-2

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

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

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About Raytown Middle

Raytown Middle is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Raytown Middle serves approximately 737 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Raytown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,431 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Raytown Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Raytown 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,743
Chronic Absenteeism35%

Raytown Middle — Students at Raytown Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
44%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
33.8%
ELA
24.4%
2025
Math
42.7%
ELA
23%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Raytown Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MO
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Location

4900 PITTMAN RD, Kansas City, MO 64133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raytown Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 3.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Raytown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown 0.9 mi 3.6
PITCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.3 mi 7.2
RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown 1.4 mi 3.4
RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown 1.5 mi 3.3
BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown 1.9 mi 3.9
NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown 2.0 mi 4.9
EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City 1.6 mi 5.3
CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence 2.2 mi 3.5
THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence 2.4 mi 3.7
CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence 2.6 mi 6.2
FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 2.1 mi 7.0
ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown 2.6 mi 8.4
NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City 2.4 mi 5.0
THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown 2.8 mi 4.9
JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence 2.4 mi 6.4
KORTE ELEM. Independence 3.0 mi 4.1
LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.9 mi 6.5
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 3.6 mi 3.7
TRUMAN HIGH Independence 3.2 mi 5.0
SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence 3.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,816

Median Home Value

$165,700

Median Rent

$1,185/mo

Population

35,470

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
FIRE PRAIRIE MIDDLE Independence, MO 5.7
POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff, MO 5.7
WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains, MO 5.7
BRYAN MIDDLE St. Charles, MO 5.8
SECKMAN MIDDLE Imperial, MO 5.6
WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City, MO 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raytown Middle

What grades does Raytown Middle serve?

Raytown Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Raytown Middle?

Raytown Middle has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raytown Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Raytown Middle is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raytown Middle rank in MO?

Raytown Middle ranks #1,431 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Raytown Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Raytown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Raytown Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raytown Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Raytown Middle a charter school?

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

Is Raytown Middle a Title I school?

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

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

65.0% of students at Raytown 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
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

District

RAYTOWN C-2
District Enrollment
7,953
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,743
District Rank
#5 of 17

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