Serving 761 students in grades 7-8, Westridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westridge Middle serves the southwest part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westridge Middle School's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of WR is to create a caring community in which students are challenged to achieve academic excellence & responsibility.
School Rankings
Westridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westridge Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
14%
7%
White
46%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westridge Middle School's ranking?
Westridge Middle School is ranked #801 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Westridge Middle School often compared to?
Westridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Westridge Middle School?
761 students attend Westridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Westridge Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westridge Middle School?
Westridge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westridge Middle School offer ?
Westridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westridge Middle School part of?
Westridge Middle School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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