Serving 525 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 14% 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
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Working, Educating, Succeeding, Together
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 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1662 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
27%
15%
White
46%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
525 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
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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