Serving 1,255 students in grades 6-8, Frontier 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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Middle School's student population of 1,255 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frontier 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 Frontier Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. 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)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
79%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Middle School's ranking?
Frontier 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 Frontier Middle School often compared to?
Frontier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Howell 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 Frontier Middle School?
1,255 students attend Frontier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Frontier Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier Middle School?
Frontier Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frontier Middle School offer ?
Frontier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Frontier Middle School part of?
Frontier Middle School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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