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#1078 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 49% in state
South Middle
Middle School · RAYTOWN C-2
8401 E 83RD ST, Raytown, MO 64138
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,078 of 2,221
In Raytown
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
RAYTOWN C-2
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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South Middle
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About South Middle
South Middle is a public middle school in Raytown, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. South Middle serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,078 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for South Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South 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.
31% of students at South 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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South Middle — Students at South Middle score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 9.9/10.
How South Middle Compares
See how South Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8401 E 83RD ST, Raytown, MO 64138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOBBS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raytown, see our Raytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 3.2 mi | 3.3 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLLIDAY MONTESSORI Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,619
Median Home Value
$164,900
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
24,830
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FOX MIDDLE Arnold, MO | 6.5 |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview, MO | 6.5 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City, MO | 6.5 |
| MIDDLE SCH. Neosho, MO | 6.5 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 6.5 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Middle
What grades does South Middle serve?
South Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South Middle?
South Middle has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at South Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Middle rank in MO?
South Middle ranks #1,078 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 South Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Middle a charter school?
No, South Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Middle a Title I school?
No, South Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Middle?
68.3% of students at South 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
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (816) 268-7380
Resources & Links
District
RAYTOWN C-2- District Enrollment
- 7,953
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,743
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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