Serving 103 students in grades 5-8, Polo Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Polo Middle School's student population of 103 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polo Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polo Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polo Middle School's ranking?
Polo Middle School is ranked #119 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Polo Middle School?
103 students attend Polo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Polo Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polo Middle School?
Polo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Polo Middle School offer ?
Polo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polo Middle School part of?
Polo Middle School is part of Polo R-VII School District.
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