Serving 213 students in grades 6-8, West County Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West County Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Park Hills, MO, covering approximately 49.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West County Middle School's student population of 213 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for Successful Lives
School Rankings
West County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West County Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1063 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West County Middle School's ranking?
West County Middle School is ranked #1063 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West County Middle School?
213 students attend West County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West County Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West County Middle School?
West County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West County Middle School offer ?
West County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West County Middle School part of?
West County Middle School is part of West St. Francois County R-IV School District.
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