Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Plains Elementary 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 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Plains Elementary School's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Plains Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Plains Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1629 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Plains Elementary School's ranking?
West Plains Elementary School is ranked #1629 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Plains Elementary School often compared to?
West Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richards Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Plains Elementary School?
776 students attend West Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Plains Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Plains Elementary School?
West Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Plains Elementary School offer ?
West Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is West Plains Elementary School part of?
West Plains Elementary School is part of West Plains R-VII School District.
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