Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West County Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 49.6 square miles around Park Hills, MO, with an average drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West County Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
School Rankings
West County Elementary 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 West County Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025 (no data for 2006, 2011 and 2012)
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West County Elementary School's ranking?
West County Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West County Elementary School often compared to?
West County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North County Primary, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West County Elementary School?
390 students attend West County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West County Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West County Elementary School?
West County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West County Elementary School offer ?
West County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West County Elementary School part of?
West County Elementary School is part of West St. Francois County R-IV School District.
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