Serving 296 students in grades 6, Wedgwood 6th Grade Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center's student population of 296 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is 0.27, which is less 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
#1955 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
85%
15%
White
7%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
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 Wedgwood 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is ranked #1955 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Wedgwood 6th Grade Center?
296 students attend Wedgwood 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wedgwood 6th Grade Center offer ?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Wedgwood 6th Grade Center part of?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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