Nipher Middle School

Nipher Middle School Students will think critically and creatively, driven by a sense of wonder, joy, & connection. Content added by Nipher Middle School is official information.

Comments and posts that violate any stated guidelines may be removed without notice. This includes, but is not limited to, content that includes personal attacks, comments that are not relevant, profane language or content, advertisements, or content that encourages illegal activity. Continued violations may result in restriction of the individual’s right to comment on official social media platforms of the District. Opinions expressed by others do not necessarily reflect the opinion of KSD. The Nipher Middle School building was built in 1921 and officially opened in September 1922 as the community's new high school. Before its construction, secondary students had attended school with elementary-age children in one of the district's first buildings, a four-room brick school built in 1869 at Adams and Jefferson. A few years after the high school opened on Kirkwood Road, a separate south building was built in 1929 to house seventh and eighth grade students in a junior high school. Following the tradition of naming public schools for outstanding community citizens, the Board of Education chose to name the junior high school in honor of Dr. Francis E. Nipher, who had been a distinguished educator and professor at Washington University in St. Louis. The north building housed Kirkwood High School until its move in 1954 to its present location on Essex. During reorganization in 1976, Nipher Junior High School became Nipher Middle School to house Grades 6 through 8 with Grade 9 moving to Kirkwood High School. Renovations resulting from a 1993 bond issue included construction of a two-story addition to house a new library/media center, three computer classrooms, three regular classrooms, the main school and counselors' offices as well as technology infrastructure, air conditioning, ventilation system improvements, stage renovation and interior upgrades. In 2005, the community approved Proposition I, a two-part bond initiative that provided funds for improvements and infrastructure repairs throughout the district as well as funds to complete the district’s master facilities plan. Prop I improvements at Nipher include new water/fire main, new fire alarm, exterior door replacements, exterior painting, slate roof repairs, and gym floor restoration. The Nipher building is a historical landmark and recent additions and improvements continue to reflect the original design of William B. Ittner, renowned school architect. Nipher was named to the state’s “Top Ten List” for high performance on the spring 2006 MAP tests in sixth-grade communication arts.

Today is National Coaches Day! At Nipher, we are fortunate to have teachers and staff who lead and inspire our students ...
10/06/2026

Today is National Coaches Day! At Nipher, we are fortunate to have teachers and staff who lead and inspire our students both inside and outside of the classroom. These amazing educators of ours serve as coaches who continue to encourage our students to step up, grow, and achieve new goals! 🏆

Thank you: Anthony Adams (basketball), Kristan Aduddell (volleyball), Myia Bradford (Knight Steppers), Craig Bodenschatz (basketball), Kim Breckenridge (volleyball), Emily Frederich (Robotics), Allison Glover* (volleyball), Tony Grana (weightlifting), Laura Havener (Dance Team), LaToya Jones (Knight Steppers), Dan Langford (baseball, cross country), Tyler Manne (football), Lynze Pettit (swimming), Jonathan Porter (wrestling), Hannah Sury (Dance Team), Nelson Taylor* (basketball), Clayton Tinsley* (cross-country), Kristi Vierling (basketball), Rachel Walther (basketball), Hannah Wilke (Dance Team), Nathan Williams (Robotics), Daniel Witt* (girls tennis, racquetball, boys tennis) *not pictured

Nipher: As we head into our first full week in October, view this flyer for quick schedule and event reminders for the w...
10/04/2026

Nipher: As we head into our first full week in October, view this flyer for quick schedule and event reminders for the week ahead.

While you're here: Please join us at KHS this Tuesday evening for Unified Night Lights! 🏈

Happy National Custodial Workers' Day! Today and every day, we are grateful for Mrs. Trish and our entire custodial crew...
10/02/2026

Happy National Custodial Workers' Day! Today and every day, we are grateful for Mrs. Trish and our entire custodial crew for everything they do for Nipher. Although this crew is composed of only 6 custodians, they are low in quantity but their quality is unmatched! 🧹

All year-round, this team ensures that our building is clean, sanitized, and organized. They also help set up for conferences and special events, and are often the first on scene during snow days. To put it simply, our school could not operate without them. From left to right: Big thank you to Paul, Jasen, Trish, Gailen, Dawson, and Rob!

10/01/2026
10/01/2026
Nipher: Fall has officially arrived and September is on its way out. As we look forward to a new week and the start of O...
09/27/2026

Nipher: Fall has officially arrived and September is on its way out. As we look forward to a new week and the start of October, here is what you will need to know. Enjoy!

This week our School Resource Officer (SRO), Officer TJ, visited FACS classes to teach students first-aid lessons to pre...
09/25/2026

This week our School Resource Officer (SRO), Officer TJ, visited FACS classes to teach students first-aid lessons to prepare them for emergency situations that they could potentially encounter while babysitting. Students learned how to save someone who is choking, had hands-on experience with CPR, practiced using training AEDs, discussed fire safety, learned when they should call 911 in an emergency, and gained insight into what could go into a babysitting first-aid kit.

Thank you Officer TJ for sharing your knowledge and helping to keep the Kirkwood community safe!

We cannot part ways for summer without thanking all of our amazing students, staff, teachers, administrators, and famili...
05/22/2026

We cannot part ways for summer without thanking all of our amazing students, staff, teachers, administrators, and families for a fantastic school year. Our communications will resume in mid-July. Until then, enjoy your summer break and remember: YOU belong at Nipher!

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700 S Kirkwood Road
Kirkwood, MO
63122

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+13142136180

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