For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 732 students in 64836, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 64836, MO is Carthage Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 64836 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64836, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64836, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carthage Jr. High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
827 E. Centennial
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7050
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7050
Gr: 7-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64836, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64836, MO include Carthage Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64836?
1 public middle schools are located in 64836.
What is the racial composition of students in 64836?
64836 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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