Middle Schools in Bolivar R-I

The Bolivar R-I school district in Missouri is home to a single middle school, Bolivar Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. This standout school has consistently ranked among the top 27% of middle schools in the state, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger indicating above-average performance.

Bolivar Middle School's academic achievements are particularly noteworthy, with 6th grade math proficiency at 61.8% (compared to the state average of 43.7%), 8th grade math proficiency at 42.4% (compared to 30% statewide), and 8th grade science proficiency at 40.6% (compared to 37.8% statewide). The school's student-teacher ratio of 12.6 to 1 and per-student spending of $9,440 suggest efficient resource allocation to support these strong academic outcomes.

While the school's student population is predominantly White (86.52%), it also serves a diverse community, with 6.49% Hispanic, 1.66% African American, and smaller percentages of other racial/ethnic groups. Additionally, nearly half (47.92%) of Bolivar Middle School's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the school's role in supporting economically disadvantaged students. Overall, Bolivar Middle School stands out as a high-performing institution within the Bolivar R-I district, providing a quality education to a diverse student body.