Serving 586 students in grades 6-8, East 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 32% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
East 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 East Middle School is 0.54, which is more 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
#1562 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
66%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #1562 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School, North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 East Middle School?
586 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Joplin Schools School District.
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