Serving 501 students in grades 6-8, Jarrett Middle School 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 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jarrett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jarrett Middle School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jarrett Middle School 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 Jarrett Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1630 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
65%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jarrett Middle School's ranking?
Jarrett Middle School is ranked #1630 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jarrett Middle School often compared to?
Jarrett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pipkin Middle School, Reed Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jarrett Middle School?
501 students attend Jarrett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jarrett Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jarrett Middle School?
Jarrett Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jarrett Middle School offer ?
Jarrett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jarrett Middle School part of?
Jarrett Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
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