Serving 208 students in grades 6-8, Dixon 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 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dixon Middle School's student population of 208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Dixon 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 Dixon Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1794 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixon Middle School's ranking?
Dixon Middle School is ranked #1794 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Dixon Middle School often compared to?
Dixon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixon High School, Waynesville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Dixon Middle School?
208 students attend Dixon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dixon Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon Middle School?
Dixon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dixon Middle School offer ?
Dixon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixon Middle School part of?
Dixon Middle School is part of Dixon R-I School District.
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