For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,137 students in Arnold, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO are Ridgewood Middle School and Fox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Arnold, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Ridgewood School Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Gr: 6-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Fox Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
743 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO include Ridgewood Middle School and Fox Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Arnold?
2 public middle schools are located in Arnold.
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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