Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Moberly Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moberly Middle School's student population of 452 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Moberly 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 Moberly Middle School is 0.37, which is less 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
#1292 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Moberly Middle School's ranking?
Moberly Middle School is ranked #1292 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Moberly Middle School often compared to?
Moberly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senn-thomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Moberly Middle School?
452 students attend Moberly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Moberly Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moberly Middle School?
Moberly Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moberly Middle School offer ?
Moberly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moberly Middle School part of?
Moberly Middle School is part of Moberly School District.
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