Middle Schools in Springfield R-Xii

The Springfield R-Xii school district in Missouri is home to 10 middle schools serving grades 6-8, with a range of academic performance and student demographics. The data reveals standout schools like Cherokee Middle and Pershing Middle, as well as opportunities for improvement at schools like Westport Middle.

Cherokee Middle consistently ranks among the top middle schools in Missouri, with excellent test scores and strong performance in math, English, and science. In contrast, Westport Middle has significantly lower test scores, with only 12.6% of 8th graders proficient in math. This disparity suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic performance.

Some schools, like Hickory Hills Middle, have shown impressive improvement in their state rankings, demonstrating that with the right strategies and resources, lower-performing schools can make progress. The data also reveals unique school configurations, such as Wilson's Creek 5-6 Intermediate Center, which serves only 5th and 6th-grade students, providing insights into the potential benefits of this approach.