Serving 906 students in grades 7-8, Waynesville Middle 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waynesville Middle serves the entire school district in Waynesville, MO, covering approximately 189.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville Middle School is 0.64, 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
#998 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
12%
15%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #998 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Waynesville Middle School often compared to?
Waynesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dixon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Middle School?
906 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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