West Nodaway High School is a public high school in Burlington Junction, Missouri, serving grades 7–12.
Serving 94 students in grades 7-12, West Nodaway High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WEST NODAWAY HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 206 square miles around Burlington Junction, MO. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.1 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Nodaway High School's student population of 94 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Nodaway High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Nodaway High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#624 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rocket
Source: 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 #624 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 89.3%.
How many students attend West Nodaway High School?
94 students attend West Nodaway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Nodaway High School students are White, and 4% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Nodaway High School offer ?
West Nodaway High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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