Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Hancock Place Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock Place Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hancock Place Middle School's student population of 266 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Hancock Place 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 Hancock Place Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1382 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
23%
15%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Place Middle School's ranking?
Hancock Place Middle School is ranked #1382 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hancock Place Middle School?
266 students attend Hancock Place Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hancock Place Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Place Middle School?
Hancock Place Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hancock Place Middle School offer ?
Hancock Place Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Place Middle School part of?
Hancock Place Middle School is part of Hancock Place School District.
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