Serving 164 students in grades 6-8, Brentwood Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Brentwood Middle School's student population of 164 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brentwood Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
61%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood Middle School's ranking?
Brentwood Middle School is ranked #141 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Brentwood Middle School often compared to?
Brentwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ritenour Middle School, Wildwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Brentwood Middle School?
164 students attend Brentwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Brentwood Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentwood Middle School?
Brentwood Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brentwood Middle School offer ?
Brentwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brentwood Middle School part of?
Brentwood Middle School is part of Brentwood School District.
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