Carnahan Middle School serves 72 students in grades 6-7.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carnahan Middle School's student population of 72 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 1100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
72 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carnahan Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
89%
15%
White
7%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Carnahan Middle School?
72 students attend Carnahan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Carnahan Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnahan Middle School?
Carnahan Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carnahan Middle School offer ?
Carnahan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Carnahan Middle School part of?
Carnahan Middle School is part of St. Louis City School District.
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