Serving 293 students in grades 6-8, Chester Boren Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester Boren Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Chester Boren Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester Boren Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#882 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Boren Middle School's ranking?
Chester Boren Middle School is ranked #882 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Chester Boren Middle School?
293 students attend Chester Boren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chester Boren Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Boren Middle School?
Chester Boren Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester Boren Middle School offer ?
Chester Boren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Boren Middle School part of?
Chester Boren Middle School is part of Centralia R-VI School District.
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