Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Anderson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson Middle School's student population of 257 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1706 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
72%
68%
Hawaiian
12%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcdonald County R-I School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Middle School's ranking?
Anderson Middle School is ranked #1706 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Anderson Middle School?
257 students attend Anderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Anderson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Middle School?
Anderson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anderson Middle School offer ?
Anderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Middle School part of?
Anderson Middle School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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