Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, Platte City Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Platte City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Platte City Middle School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Platte City Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Platte City Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#255 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Platte City Middle School's ranking?
Platte City Middle School is ranked #255 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Platte City Middle School?
646 students attend Platte City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Platte City Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Platte City Middle School?
Platte City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte City Middle School offer ?
Platte City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Platte City Middle School part of?
Platte City Middle School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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