Serving 1,147 students in grades 9-12, West Plains Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Plains Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Plains Sr. High School's student population of 1,147 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Plains Sr. High 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 West Plains Sr. High School is 0.15, 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
#750 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 West Plains Sr. High School's ranking?
West Plains Sr. High School is ranked #750 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Plains Sr. High School often compared to?
West Plains Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Sr. High School, Willow Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Plains Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Plains Sr. High School is 92%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Plains Sr. High School?
1,147 students attend West Plains Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Plains Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Plains Sr. High School?
West Plains Sr. High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Plains Sr. High School offer ?
West Plains Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Plains Sr. High School part of?
West Plains Sr. High School is part of West Plains R-VII School District.
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