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New Mark Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 971 students

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3 stars

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Posted February 10, 2012

The teachers, in general, are helpful and friendly. However, if you have a problem, good luck getting it addressed. The 6th grade principal, Ms. Skinner, in particular is quite the arrogant, self-satisfied individual. She has spoken down to me on more than 1 occasion and I really did not like how she handled a disciplinary situation we had with our student. Instead of joining together as a team to solve the problem she just wanted our buy-in to her way and when we pushed back she got mad. Not quality administration in any way. If not for her, we would really have no issues with this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2010

This is an amazing school, I really dont know why anyone would not go here. The teachers know what they are doing and push students to do good in school. Teachers DO show respect, and its greatly appreciated, although a student might be disrespectful they always handle it in the best way possible. But if you do get in trouble, you will not get away with it and you will be punished, but thats what needds to happen. All of the hallways have security cameras and that makes it better just in case there is a hallway fight. This year there has only been a couple fights not that many which is pretty good. The school is always kept clean and we are working on a garden outside of the school, and its just a fun, inviting enviorment and is one of the best schools I seen.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 14, 2010

If you have a choice to go to this school or not, don't. The teachers have no respect for students or parents and are not willing to take the time to make sure the students understand the material they're teaching. There is also a ton of pointless drama among the students that the teachers make no attempt to stop.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 13, 2010

New Mark is located in a great community. Programs are available to challenge kids and make them more prepared for high school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2007

It's A Really Good School. I Learn Alot There
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 16, 2004

I love this school. My child has learned a great deal. The teachers care and they definately communicate how your child is doing. I'm the proud parent of a New Mark Principal Honor Roll Student!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 9, 2003

New Mark provides a wonderful learning environment. The teachers and staff are friendly and helpful. I,m glad my kids had the opportunity to attend such a school.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 51% in 2012.

345 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
51%
Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

345 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
58%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 56% in 2012.

328 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
63%
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

328 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
66%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 54% in 2012.

344 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

344 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 50% in 2012.

337 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students61%
Female68%
Male56%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White65%
Free or reduced-price lunch47%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students68%
Female71%
Male66%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White69%
Free or reduced-price lunch53%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students67%
Female73%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic61%
White69%
Free or reduced-price lunch56%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students71%
Female68%
Male73%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic61%
White75%
Free or reduced-price lunch63%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students57%
Female62%
Male54%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White64%
Free or reduced-price lunch34%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students66%
Female68%
Male65%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White73%
Free or reduced-price lunch48%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Science

All Students67%
Female69%
Male65%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White72%
Free or reduced-price lunch41%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 57% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
98%
Government

The state average for Government was 57% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments to test high school students in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, English I, English II, American History, Government, and Biology. The EOC Assessments are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Missouri for each subject. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Algebra I

All Students99%
Female100%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White100%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments to test high school students in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, English I, English II, American History, Government, and Biology. The EOC Assessments are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Missouri for each subject. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 81% 76%
Black 9% 18%
Hispanic 6% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 20%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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515 NE 106th St
Kansas City, MO 64155
Phone: (816) 413-6300

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