Serving 202 students in grades 5-8, Skyline Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Skyline Middle School's student population of 202 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skyline Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skyline Middle School is 0.04, 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
#425 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
98%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Skyline Middle School's ranking?
Skyline Middle School is ranked #425 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Skyline Middle School often compared to?
Skyline Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Skyline Middle School?
202 students attend Skyline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Skyline Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skyline Middle School?
Skyline Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Skyline Middle School offer ?
Skyline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Skyline Middle School part of?
Skyline Middle School is part of Hickory County R-I School District.
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