Serving 1,097 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 1,097 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
63%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #181 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
1,097 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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