West Nodaway High School serves 123 students in grades 6-12.
West Nodaway High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 30% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Nodaway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Nodaway High School's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
123 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
West Nodaway High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of West Nodaway High School is 0.06, which is less 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
#375 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
n/a
7%

Black
2%
15%

White
97%
70%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Nodaway High School's ranking?
West Nodaway High School is ranked #375 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Nodaway High School?
The graduation rate of West Nodaway High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Nodaway High School?
123 students attend West Nodaway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Nodaway High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Nodaway High School?
West Nodaway High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Nodaway High School offer ?
West Nodaway High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Nodaway High School part of?
West Nodaway High School is part of West Nodaway County R-I School District.
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