KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE
377 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Knob Noster Middle School, located in Knob Noster, Missouri, serves as a key educational institution for students in the local community and the surrounding Knob Noster Public Schools district. The school is deeply integrated with the nearby Whiteman Air Force Base, resulting in a diverse student body that includes a significant population of military-connected families. This unique demographic fosters an environment that emphasizes adaptability, inclusivity, and community support, ensuring that students—whether they are local residents or transitioning military dependents—receive consistent academic and social-emotional guidance.
Academically, the school focuses on preparing middle-grade students for the transition to high school through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, technology integration, and extracurricular engagement. As part of a district committed to innovation, the school leverages its proximity to the air base to promote STEM initiatives and collaborative learning opportunities. By maintaining a focus on high standards and student-centered values, Knob Noster Middle School strives to provide a stable and supportive learning environment that helps students develop the skills necessary for future success.
Academically, the school focuses on preparing middle-grade students for the transition to high school through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, technology integration, and extracurricular engagement. As part of a district committed to innovation, the school leverages its proximity to the air base to promote STEM initiatives and collaborative learning opportunities. By maintaining a focus on high standards and student-centered values, Knob Noster Middle School strives to provide a stable and supportive learning environment that helps students develop the skills necessary for future success.
377
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 295 |
| Hispanic | 25 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 13 |
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White295 (78.2 %)
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Hispanic25 (6.6 %)
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Two or More19 (5.0 %)
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Black18 (4.8 %)
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Pacific Islander13 (3.4 %)
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American Indian4 (1.1 %)
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Asian3 (0.8 %)
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: | KNOB NOSTER R-VIII |
| Phone: | (660)563-2260 |
| Website: | http://www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 377 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 91 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 54 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
138
Grade 7
133
Grade 8
106
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 138 |
| Grade 7 | 133 |
| Grade 8 | 106 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 187 | 49.6% |
| Male | 190 | 50.4% |
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722 Students
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