For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 731 students in Weston, MO. Weston has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Missouri.
The top ranked public schools in Weston, MO are West Platte High School, West Platte Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Weston, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Weston have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Weston, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Platte High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
935 Washington St
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Grades: 9-12
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
West Platte Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
935 Washington St.
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Grades: 6-8
| 149 students
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1025 Washington St
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2811
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2811
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Weston, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1103 Washington St
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Weston, MO 64098
(816) 640-2292
Grades: 7-12
| 339 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Weston, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Weston, MO include West Platte High School, West Platte Middle School and Central Elementary School. Weston has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Missouri.
How many public schools are located in Weston?
3 public schools are located in Weston.
What is the racial composition of students in Weston?
Weston public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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