Needs Improvement
#2089 of 2,221 schools in MO
Southeast Middle
Middle School · HAZELWOOD
918 PRIGGE RD, St. Louis, MO 63138
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,089 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#166 of 193
public schools
In district
#25 of 31
HAZELWOOD
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About Southeast Middle
Southeast Middle is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Southeast Middle serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Southeast Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,089 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Southeast Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southeast 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.
58% of students at Southeast 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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Southeast Middle — Students at Southeast Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 6.2/10.
How Southeast Middle Compares
See how Southeast 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
918 PRIGGE RD, St. Louis, MO 63138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southeast Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 3.4/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LARIMORE ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| TWILLMAN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| TOWNSEND ELEM. Florissant | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| EAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Florissant | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| BISSELL HALL St. Louis | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| TWIN RIVERS St. Louis | 3.6 mi | — |
| LEWIS AND CLARK HALL St. Louis | 3.6 mi | — |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,714
Median Home Value
$124,500
Median Rent
$1,073/mo
Population
18,736
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP TRIUMPH ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 3.7 |
| PLEASANT HILL INTERMEDIATE Pleasant Hill, MO | 3.7 |
| SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum, MO | 3.7 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City, MO | 3.8 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
| LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE MIDDLE Rogersville, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southeast Middle
What grades does Southeast Middle serve?
Southeast Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Southeast Middle?
Southeast Middle has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southeast Middle rank in MO?
Southeast Middle ranks #2,089 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southeast Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Southeast Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Southeast Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southeast Middle a charter school?
No, Southeast Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southeast Middle a Title I school?
No, Southeast Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Middle?
76.5% of students at Southeast 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
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (314) 953-7700
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #25 of 31
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