For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,220 students in Arnold, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO are Ridgewood Middle School and Fox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Arnold, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Ridgewood School Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Grades: 6-8
| 598 students
Rank: #22.
Fox Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
743 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Grades: 6-8
| 622 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in Arnold, MO include Ridgewood Middle School and Fox Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Arnold?
2 public middle schools are located in Arnold.
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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