For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,737 students in 64802, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64802, MO are South Middle School, North Middle School and East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64802 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64802, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64802, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 E 50th St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5250
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
North Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
102 Gray
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5270
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5270
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
East Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4594 East 20th St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5280
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5280
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64802, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64802, MO include South Middle School, North Middle School and East Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64802?
3 public middle schools are located in 64802.
What is the racial composition of students in 64802?
64802 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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