Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Paul Kinder Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Kinder Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Paul Kinder Middle School's student population of 919 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Paul Kinder Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Kinder Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Kinder Middle School's ranking?
Paul Kinder Middle School is ranked #517 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Paul Kinder Middle School often compared to?
Paul Kinder Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Paul Kinder Middle School?
919 students attend Paul Kinder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Paul Kinder Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Kinder Middle School?
Paul Kinder Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paul Kinder Middle School offer ?
Paul Kinder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Kinder Middle School part of?
Paul Kinder Middle School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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