Serving 304 students in grades 5-8, Trenton 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 39% (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 10:1 is lower 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trenton Middle School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trenton 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 Trenton 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
#1208 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trenton Middle School's ranking?
Trenton Middle School is ranked #1208 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?
39% 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 Trenton Middle School?
304 students attend Trenton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Trenton Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trenton Middle School?
Trenton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trenton Middle School offer ?
Trenton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trenton Middle School part of?
Trenton Middle School is part of Trenton R-IX School District.
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