Serving 488 students in grades 7-8, Bode 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 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bode Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bode Middle School's student population of 488 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bode 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 Bode Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1343 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
8%
15%
White
58%
67%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Joseph School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bode Middle School's ranking?
Bode Middle School is ranked #1343 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bode Middle School?
488 students attend Bode Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bode Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bode Middle School?
Bode Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bode Middle School offer ?
Bode Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bode Middle School part of?
Bode Middle School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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