publicmiddleGrade 6-8

South Middle

900 E 50Th St, Joplin, MO 64802, United States

+1 (417) 625-5250

http://www.joplinschools.org

3.9

Overall Rating

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South Middle Overview

About This School

South Middle is a public middle in Joplin, Missouri, serving 596 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 36% in ELA and 41% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $55,562. One counselor is available for the 596 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown includes 67% White, 12% Two or More Races, 9% Hispanic, 6% Black, and 2% Asian students.

596

Total Students

Grade 6-8

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

41 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts36%

Mathematics41%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Newton County

Students per Counselor

596:1

South Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

36%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 35%State Avg: 42%

41%

Mathematics

City Avg: 34%State Avg: 38%

N/A

Science

Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12:1

State Avg: 11.9:1

596

Students per Counselor

South Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$55,562

City Avg: $55,562

State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor596:1

South Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

51.68%

Male

48.32%

Female

Total Enrollment: 596 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White67.45%

Hispanic8.89%

Asian2.18%

Black5.54%

Two or More Races12.42%

Native American1.51%

South Middle Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About South Middle

Q: What is South Middle?

A: South Middle is a middle public located in Joplin.

Q: How many students attend South Middle?

A: South Middle has approximately 596 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Middle is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about South Middle

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About South Middle - Joplin, MO

Quick Facts about South Middle
School Name	South Middle
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	900 E 50Th St, Joplin, MO 64802, Joplin, MO
County	Newton County
Phone	+1 (417) 625-5250
Total Students	596
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	41
Rating	3.9/10
ELA Proficiency	36%
Math Proficiency	41%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Middle

What is South Middle?

South Middle is a middle public located in Joplin.

How many students attend South Middle?

South Middle has approximately 596 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at South Middle is 14:1.

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