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Carthage 6th Grade Center

714 S Main
Carthage, MO 64836
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 393 students in grades 6, Carthage 6th Grade Center 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 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carthage 6th Grade Center's student population of 393 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Carthage 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carthage 6th Grade Center is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1227 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
51%
40%
34%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
51%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
45%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Carthage 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Carthage 6th Grade Center is ranked #1227 out of 2,084 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carthage 6th Grade Center?
393 students attend Carthage 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Carthage 6th Grade Center students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carthage 6th Grade Center?
Carthage 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carthage 6th Grade Center offer ?
Carthage 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Carthage 6th Grade Center part of?
Carthage 6th Grade Center is part of Carthage R-IX School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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