7TH AND 8TH GRADE CTR.

7TH AND 8TH GRADE CTR. is a public middle school that is part of the SIKESTON R-6 school district, located in SIKESTON, MO with about 505 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, 7TH AND 8TH GRADE CTR. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

The Sikeston 7th and 8th Grade Center, located at 510 Lindenwood Avenue in Sikeston, Missouri, serves as a dedicated intermediate campus within the Sikeston R-6 School District. By housing only seventh and eighth graders, the school is designed to act as a bridge between the elementary experience and the more rigorous academic environment of high school. The facility focuses on the unique developmental needs of middle-school-aged students, fostering a transitional environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional maturation.

As part of the broader Sikeston R-6 system, the center adheres to the district’s mission of preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum. The school prioritizes core academic subjects while providing opportunities for students to explore interests through extracurricular activities and elective courses. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, calendars, or educational resources, the district maintains an official website at http://www.sikestonr6.org.

For more information, contact 7TH AND 8TH GRADE CTR. at (573) 471-1720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.