West Elementary School

3105 W State Hwy Cc
Ozark, MO 65721
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 691 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 691 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5% in MO
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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School Overview

West Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

West Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.26, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MO)
#84 out of 2092 schools
(Top 5%)
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62%
37%
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67%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
6%
8%
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Black
4%
15%
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White
86%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.26
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Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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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 West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
691 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Ozark R-VI School District.

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5   4/6/2019
this is great!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Lucas Coleman

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 691 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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