For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,703 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 39%), 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64802, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
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 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
610 W F St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5325
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5325
Gr: K-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
1301 South Duquesne Rd
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5335
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5335
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1301 South Duquesne Rd
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5345
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5345
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1001 W 7th St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5380
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5380
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Po Box 128
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5230
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,921 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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