Serving 464 students in grades 3-5, West 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 8% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Park Hills, MO school district, covering approximately 50 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1002 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcadia Valley Middle School, Belleview Elementary School, West County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
464 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Central R-III School District.
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