Serving 553 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Middle School serves the northwest part of Columbia, MO, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and some students located as far as 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 553 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West 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 Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1662 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
48%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: 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 #1662 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Smithton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
553 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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