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Below Average

#1796 of 2,221 schools in MO

Rolla Jr. High

Middle School · ROLLA 31

1360 SOEST RD, Rolla, MO 65401

Enrollment

606

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,796 of 2,221

In Rolla

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

ROLLA 31

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Rolla Jr. High

4.8/10

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

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4.9/10

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About Rolla Jr. High

Rolla Jr. High is a public middle school in Rolla, MO, part of ROLLA 31. Rolla Jr.

High serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rolla Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,796 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Rolla Jr. High show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,353
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Rolla Jr. High — Students at Rolla Jr. High score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
65%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
56.4%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
49.1%
ELA
43.5%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Rolla Jr. High Compares

See how Rolla Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

1360 SOEST RD, Rolla, MO 65401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rolla Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST. JAMES MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIENNA MIDDLE (rated 5.2/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROLLA MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rolla, see our Rolla schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla 0.3 mi 4.9
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla 0.4 mi 4.0
ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla 0.8 mi
ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla 1.0 mi 5.8
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla 1.2 mi 4.6
B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla 1.5 mi 3.8
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla 1.6 mi 7.2
COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla 1.6 mi 6.6
ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James 7.9 mi 8.2
ST. JAMES HIGH St. James 8.3 mi 8.8
LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James 8.3 mi 6.6
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg 8.4 mi 5.7
NEWBURG HIGH Newburg 8.4 mi 5.5
GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James 10.2 mi 7.9
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 16.4 mi 6.5
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 17.2 mi 8.4
VIENNA ELEM. Vienna 19.8 mi 8.6
VIENNA HIGH Vienna 19.8 mi 8.3
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna 19.8 mi 5.2
VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna 20.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,768

Median Home Value

$206,500

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

32,476

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
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
KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster, MO 4.8
CENTRAL MIDDLE Florissant, MO 4.7
STRAFFORD MIDDLE Strafford, MO 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rolla Jr. High

What grades does Rolla Jr. High serve?

Rolla Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Rolla Jr. High?

Rolla Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rolla Jr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Rolla Jr. High is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rolla Jr. High rank in MO?

Rolla Jr. High ranks #1,796 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Rolla Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Rolla Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Rolla Jr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rolla Jr. High has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rolla Jr. High a charter school?

No, Rolla Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rolla Jr. High a Title I school?

No, Rolla Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rolla Jr. High?

48.5% of students at Rolla Jr. High 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Phelps County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

ROLLA 31
District Enrollment
4,202
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,353
District Rank
#4 of 6

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