Serving 725 students in grades 4-5, Carthage Intermediate Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carthage Intermediate Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carthage Intermediate Center's student population of 725 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carthage Intermediate Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carthage Intermediate Center is 0.54, 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
#1390 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
46%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
50%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Carthage Intermediate Center's ranking?
Carthage Intermediate Center is ranked #1390 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carthage Intermediate Center?
725 students attend Carthage Intermediate Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carthage Intermediate Center students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carthage Intermediate Center?
Carthage Intermediate Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carthage Intermediate Center offer ?
Carthage Intermediate Center offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Carthage Intermediate Center part of?
Carthage Intermediate Center is part of Carthage R-IX School District.
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