Serving 1,039 students in grades 7-8, Wentzville Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wentzville Middle School's student population of 1,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wentzville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentzville Middle School is 0.35, 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
#998 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
80%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
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 Wentzville Middle School's ranking?
Wentzville Middle School is ranked #998 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wentzville Middle School often compared to?
Wentzville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saeger Middle School, Wentzville South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Wentzville Middle School?
1,039 students attend Wentzville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wentzville Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wentzville Middle School?
Wentzville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wentzville Middle School offer ?
Wentzville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wentzville Middle School part of?
Wentzville Middle School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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