Serving 862 students in grades 6-8, Moreland Ridge 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 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moreland Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Moreland Ridge Middle School's student population of 862 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
School Motto
Be Kind, Do Right, Choose Great! It鈥檚 the Husky Way!
School Rankings
Moreland Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moreland Ridge 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
#419 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
65%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Moreland Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Moreland Ridge Middle School is ranked #419 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Moreland Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Moreland Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Lakes Middle School, Martin City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Moreland Ridge Middle School?
862 students attend Moreland Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Moreland Ridge Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moreland Ridge Middle School?
Moreland Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moreland Ridge Middle School offer ?
Moreland Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moreland Ridge Middle School part of?
Moreland Ridge Middle School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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