Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Pipkin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Pipkin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
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Pipkin Middle School's student population of 322 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Pipkin Middle 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 Pipkin Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1802 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
55%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Pipkin Middle School's ranking?
Pipkin Middle School is ranked #1802 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pipkin Middle School often compared to?
Pipkin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jarrett Middle School, Reed Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pipkin Middle School?
322 students attend Pipkin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pipkin Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pipkin Middle School?
Pipkin Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pipkin Middle School offer ?
Pipkin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pipkin Middle School part of?
Pipkin Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Pipkin Middle School located?
Pipkin Middle School is located in the Grant Beach neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Grant Beach.
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