HERMITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

HERMITAGE MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the HERMITAGE R-IV school district, located in HERMITAGE, MO with about 56 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, HERMITAGE MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HERMITAGE MIDDLE School, located on East Polk Street in Hermitage, Missouri, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Hermitage R-IV School District. As a smaller, rural school community, it focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The school is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and personal development, utilizing its resources to ensure students are equipped with the foundational skills necessary for success in their future secondary education.

Because the school operates as part of a close-knit Missouri community, it emphasizes a culture of involvement, typically characterized by strong communication between faculty, students, and local families. By maintaining a connection with the broader Hermitage R-IV district, the middle school provides a consistent educational philosophy that encourages student participation in both core academic subjects and extracurricular activities. Those seeking specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or current faculty updates can find further details through the district’s official website at http://www.hermitage.k12.mo.us.

For more information, contact HERMITAGE MIDDLE at (417) 745-6417 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.