Serving 1,068 students in grades 6-8, Wentzville South Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wentzville South Middle serves the southern part of Wentzville, MO, covering an area of approximately 40.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 7.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wentzville South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wentzville South Middle School's student population of 1,068 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wentzville South Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentzville South Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#617 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light blue and gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wentzville South Middle School's ranking?
Wentzville South Middle School is ranked #617 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wentzville South Middle School often compared to?
Wentzville South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wentzville Middle School, Troy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wentzville South Middle School?
1,068 students attend Wentzville South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wentzville South Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wentzville South Middle School?
Wentzville South Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wentzville South Middle School offer ?
Wentzville South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wentzville South Middle School part of?
Wentzville South Middle School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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