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#1172 of 2,221 schools in MO
Ritenour Middle
Middle School · RITENOUR
2500 MARSHALL AVE, St. Louis, MO 63114
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
758
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,172 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#64 of 193
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
RITENOUR
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Ritenour Middle
Middle School in St. Louis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ritenour Middle
Ritenour Middle is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of RITENOUR. Ritenour Middle serves approximately 758 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ritenour Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,172 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ritenour Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Ritenour Middle — Students at Ritenour Middle score 29% proficient, which is above 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 42 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: 8.3/10.
How Ritenour Middle Compares
See how Ritenour 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
2500 MARSHALL AVE, St. Louis, MO 63114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ritenour Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE FREEDOM SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RITENOUR SR. HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| WYLAND ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| ECH SCHOOL AT EVERY CHILDS HOPE St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MARVIN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RITENOUR EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Berkeley | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MARION ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| BEL-NOR St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| IVELAND ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,048
Median Home Value
$109,700
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
33,703
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SAVANNAH MIDDLE Savannah, MO | 6.3 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence, MO | 6.2 |
| Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle Kansas City, MO | 6.2 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Jackson, MO | 6.2 |
| BLACK HAWK MIDDLE Warrenton, MO | 6.4 |
| CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ritenour Middle
What grades does Ritenour Middle serve?
Ritenour Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ritenour Middle?
Ritenour Middle has an enrollment of approximately 758 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ritenour Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ritenour Middle is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ritenour Middle rank in MO?
Ritenour Middle ranks #1,172 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ritenour Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ritenour Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ritenour Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ritenour Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ritenour Middle a charter school?
No, Ritenour Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ritenour Middle a Title I school?
No, Ritenour Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ritenour Middle?
100.0% of students at Ritenour 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
- 758
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (314) 493-6250
Resources & Links
District
RITENOUR- District Enrollment
- 6,414
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,525
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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