BODE MIDDLE

488 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Bode Middle School, located at 720 N Noyes Blvd in St. Joseph, Missouri, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the St. Joseph School District. The school is known for its commitment to academic growth and personal development, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. By fostering a supportive environment, Bode Middle emphasizes both core subjects and elective programs that encourage students to explore their interests and build foundational skills for future success.

The school community focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere that prioritizes student engagement and character development. Beyond the classroom, Bode Middle typically provides various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics and clubs, which allow students to develop leadership skills and build meaningful connections with their peers. As part of the St. Joseph community, the school works closely with families and staff to ensure that every student has access to the resources and guidance necessary to thrive throughout their middle school years.

488

Total Students

41.3

Full-Time Teachers

11.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BODE MIDDLE
Demographic	Student Count
White	284
Hispanic	66
Black	39
Asian	23
Two or More	50
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	25

White
284 (58.2%)
Hispanic
66 (13.5%)
Two or More
50 (10.2%)
Black
39 (8.0%)
Pacific Islander
25 (5.1%)
Asian
23 (4.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

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:	ST. JOSEPH
Phone:	(816)671-4050
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	488
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	165
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* 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 7 242

Grade 8 246