Serving 907 students in grades 7-8, Waynesville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 907 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
907 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#422 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
56%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #422 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Middle School?
907 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
School Reviews
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