POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH
782 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Poplar Bluff Junior High, located at 550 N. Westwood in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, serves as a key transitional campus within the Poplar Bluff R-I School District. As a junior high facility, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, typically catering to students in the middle grades. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development, helping students navigate the unique challenges of their early adolescent years while preparing them for the academic expectations of secondary education.
The institution operates under the broader mission of the Poplar Bluff R-I School District, which emphasizes community involvement, student achievement, and the preparation of well-rounded citizens. By utilizing a curriculum designed to build foundational skills across core subjects, the junior high school encourages students to explore extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that support personal growth. For parents and community members, the school maintains an active digital presence via their official website at http://www.poplarbluffschools.net, which serves as a central hub for academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing communication regarding school events and initiatives.
The institution operates under the broader mission of the Poplar Bluff R-I School District, which emphasizes community involvement, student achievement, and the preparation of well-rounded citizens. By utilizing a curriculum designed to build foundational skills across core subjects, the junior high school encourages students to explore extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that support personal growth. For parents and community members, the school maintains an active digital presence via their official website at http://www.poplarbluffschools.net, which serves as a central hub for academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing communication regarding school events and initiatives.
782
Total Students
53.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 586 |
| Hispanic | 26 |
| Black | 94 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 67 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White586 (74.9 %)
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Black94 (12.0 %)
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Two or More67 (8.6 %)
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Hispanic26 (3.3 %)
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Asian5 (0.6 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.3 %)
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: | POPLAR BLUFF R-I |
| Phone: | (573)785-5602 |
| Website: | http://www.poplarbluffschools.net |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 782 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 53.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 414 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 54 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
385
Grade 8
397
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 385 |
| Grade 8 | 397 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 396 | 50.6% |
| Male | 386 | 49.4% |
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