West Nodaway R-i Elementary School

17665 Us Hwy 136
Burlington Junction, MO 64428
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
West Nodaway High School is a public high school in Burlington Junction, Missouri, serving grades 7–12.
Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Nodaway R-i Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 142 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 50% in MO
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Nodaway R-i Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

West Nodaway R-i Elementary School's student population of 142 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

School Rankings

West Nodaway R-i Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Nodaway R-i Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1032 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
39%
40-44%
43%
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Rocket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Nodaway R-i Elementary School's ranking?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School is ranked #1032 out of 2,084 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Nodaway R-i Elementary School?
142 students attend West Nodaway R-i Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Nodaway R-i Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Nodaway R-i Elementary School?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Nodaway R-i Elementary School offer ?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Nodaway R-i Elementary School part of?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School is part of West Nodaway County R-I School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 142 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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