Serving 558 students in grades 6-7, Kearney Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kearney Middle School's student population of 558 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kearney Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearney Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#348 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearney Middle School's ranking?
Kearney Middle School is ranked #348 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kearney Middle School?
558 students attend Kearney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kearney Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kearney Middle School?
Kearney Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney Middle School offer ?
Kearney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Kearney Middle School part of?
Kearney Middle School is part of Kearney R-I School District.
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