West Kindergarten serves 175 students in grades Kindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 30% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
70%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Kindergarten?
175 students attend West Kindergarten.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Kindergarten students are White, 25% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does West Kindergarten offer ?
West Kindergarten offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is West Kindergarten part of?
West Kindergarten is part of Kennett 39 School District.
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