Serving 1,114 students in grades 6-8, Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE serves the southern part of O'Fallon, MO, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School's student population of 1,114 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Rankings
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#230 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
8%
15%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School's ranking?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is ranked #230 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School often compared to?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ft. Zumwalt South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School?
1,114 students attend Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School offer ?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School part of?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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