PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL

PERSHING MIDDLE is a public middle school that is part of the SPRINGFIELD R-XII school district, located in SPRINGFIELD, MO with about 736 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, PERSHING MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

PERSHING MIDDLE School, located in Springfield, Missouri, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Springfield Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages students to develop both intellectually and socially during their middle school years.

Beyond its core curriculum, Pershing offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, music, arts, and various student-led clubs. These opportunities allow students to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and engage with the broader school community. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with families and the surrounding neighborhood to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for all learners.

For more information, contact PERSHING MIDDLE at (417) 523-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2120 VENTURA
SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804-2718
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PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in SPRINGFIELD, MO with about 736 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Total Students:
736
Teachers:
43.29
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 736 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.4%
Hispanic/Latino
5.3%
Black or African American
4.5%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian
2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.