Serving 1,133 students in grades 6-8, Smith Cotton Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Cotton Junior High School's student population of 1,133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Rankings
Smith Cotton Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Cotton Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#1092 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Cotton Junior High School's ranking?
Smith Cotton Junior High School is ranked #1092 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Smith Cotton Junior High School?
1,133 students attend Smith Cotton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Smith Cotton Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smith Cotton Junior High School?
Smith Cotton Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Cotton Junior High School offer ?
Smith Cotton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Cotton Junior High School part of?
Smith Cotton Junior High School is part of Sedalia 200 School District.
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