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.
377
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White295
Hispanic25
Black18
Asian3
Two or More19
American Indian4
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    295 (78.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    25 (6.6 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.0 %)
  • Black
    18 (4.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (3.4 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6138
Grade 7133
Grade 8106
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18749.6%
Male19050.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)