POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL

POPLAR BLUFF R-I
1300 VICTORY LANE
POPLAR BLUFF, MO 63901
1,018 Students
Middle School 4th - 6th
School Overview
Poplar Bluff Middle School, located at 1300 Victory Lane in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, serves as a key educational hub for the local community within the Poplar Bluff R-I School District. The school focuses on providing a supportive transition for students moving from elementary education into their early adolescent years, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By fostering a structured yet encouraging environment, the faculty aims to help students navigate the unique challenges of middle school while preparing them for the rigors of high school.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school is integrated into the broader Poplar Bluff R-I school network, which prioritizes community involvement and the holistic development of its students. The administration and staff utilize a variety of resources to encourage extracurricular participation and school spirit, aiming to create a positive culture for students, families, and teachers alike. For those seeking additional information on school policies, academic calendars, or specific programs, the district’s official website provides comprehensive resources for stakeholders.
1,018
Total Students
60.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    807 (79.3 %)
  • Black
    108 (10.6 %)
  • Two or More
    70 (6.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    23 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    7 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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)785-5566
Website: http://www.poplarbluffschools.net
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 1,018
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 585
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 96

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 4 331
Grade 5 343
Grade 6 344
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH
POPLAR BLUFF R-I
782 Students
550 N WESTWOOD
POPLAR BLUFF, MO 63901 (0.6 miles away)
Middle School 7th - 8th