For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 371 students in Saint James, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Saint James, MO is St. James Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint James, MO public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Saint James have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Saint James, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. James Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Tiger Dr
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Saint James, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Saint James, MO include St. James Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Saint James?
1 public middle schools are located in Saint James.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint James?
Saint James public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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