Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Rockwood South Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockwood South Middle School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockwood South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwood South Middle School is 0.34, 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
#691 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
81%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwood South Middle School's ranking?
Rockwood South Middle School is ranked #691 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Rockwood South Middle School?
900 students attend Rockwood South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rockwood South Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwood South Middle School?
Rockwood South Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockwood South Middle School offer ?
Rockwood South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rockwood South Middle School part of?
Rockwood South Middle School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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