Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Ritenour 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 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritenour Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ritenour Middle School's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Ritenour 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 Ritenour Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1793 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
9%
Black
43%
15%
White
15%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritenour Middle School's ranking?
Ritenour Middle School is ranked #1793 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ritenour Middle School often compared to?
Ritenour Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Middle School, Brentwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ritenour Middle School?
737 students attend Ritenour Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ritenour Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritenour Middle School?
Ritenour Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ritenour Middle School offer ?
Ritenour Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ritenour Middle School part of?
Ritenour Middle School is part of Ritenour School District.
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