School Overview
Central Middle School, located at 1900 Thilenius Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, serves as a key educational hub within the Cape Girardeau Public School District. As a dedicated middle school, the institution focuses on the developmental needs of students in the early adolescent years, fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, social maturity, and preparation for the transition to high school. The school operates under the "Cape Tigers" identity, reflecting its integration into the broader community pride associated with the district's athletic and academic programs.

Beyond its physical location, the school functions as part of a district committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and extracurricular involvement. By utilizing the resources available through the district's official portal at capetigers.com, families can access information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and various student support services. Central Middle School remains a pillar of the Cape Girardeau educational landscape, striving to cultivate a supportive culture where students are challenged to reach their full potential.
604
Total Students
49.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
103.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CENTRAL MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White272
Hispanic44
Black194
Asian8
Two or More86
  • White
    272 (45.0 %)
  • Black
    194 (32.1 %)
  • Two or More
    86 (14.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    44 (7.3 %)
  • Asian
    8 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: CAPE GIRARDEAU 63
Phone: (573)334-6281
Website: http://www.capetigers.com
Grade Range: 5th - 6th
Total Students: 604
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 623
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 299
Grade 6 305

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CENTRAL MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 5299
Grade 6305
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CENTRAL MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28947.8%
Male31552.2%