CENTRAL MIDDLE
604 Students
Middle School 5th - 6th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 272 |
| Hispanic | 44 |
| Black | 194 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 86 |
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White272 (45.0 %)
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Black194 (32.1 %)
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Two or More86 (14.2 %)
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Hispanic44 (7.3 %)
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Asian8 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 299 |
| Grade 6 | 305 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 289 | 47.8% |
| Male | 315 | 52.2% |
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