Serving 783 students in grades 6-8, Barnwell Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 783 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 30%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10% in MO
Math Proficiency
: 60% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 61% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Barnwell Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnwell Middle School is 0.49, 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.
Barnwell Middle School is ranked #206 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Barnwell Middle School often compared to?
Barnwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollenbeck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Barnwell Middle School?
783 students attend Barnwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Barnwell Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnwell Middle School?
Barnwell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnwell Middle School offer ?
Barnwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barnwell Middle School part of?
well lets see i went to this school sixth grade through eighth and i loved it the learning was easy and the school is nice. i know you win lots of awards for stuff like best participation and even in gym i won nine.there are a lot of fun clases you can take to like art music and don5t forget the sports.the teachers and staff work very hard to help your child understand everything. oh and one more thing if you dont take the chance to go to this awsome school then your child is missing out. love you sharon
- Posted by Student/Alumni - sbkro
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 783 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Minority Enrollment: 30%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 60% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 61% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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