EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL

EAST MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the JOPLIN SCHOOLS school district, located in JOPLIN, MO with about 603 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, EAST MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

EAST MIDDLE School, located at 4594 East 20th St in Joplin, Missouri, is a key component of the Joplin Schools district. Serving the local community, the school focuses on the educational development of students during their critical middle school years. As part of a larger district-wide mission, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development, preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school benefits from being part of the Joplin Schools infrastructure, which provides access to shared resources, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. Through their official website at [joplinschools.org](http://www.joplinschools.org), parents and students can access information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and community events. EAST MIDDLE serves as a central hub for student engagement in Joplin, aiming to equip young learners with the foundational skills necessary for future success in a collaborative and structured setting.

For more information, contact EAST MIDDLE at (417) 625-5280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.