Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, Nipher Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nipher Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nipher Middle School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nipher Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nipher Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
77%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nipher Middle School's ranking?
Nipher Middle School is ranked #209 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Nipher Middle School often compared to?
Nipher Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Kirkwood Middle School, Hixson Middle School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Nipher Middle School?
701 students attend Nipher Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Nipher Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nipher Middle School?
Nipher Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nipher Middle School offer ?
Nipher Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nipher Middle School part of?
Nipher Middle School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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