Serving 555 students in grades 5-8, West Plains 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 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Plains Middle's attendance zone covers the entire West Plains school district, encompassing approximately 130.1 square miles in West Plains, MO, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 21.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Plains Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Plains 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 Plains Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1298 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Plains Middle School's ranking?
West Plains Middle School is ranked #1298 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Plains Middle School often compared to?
West Plains Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Plains Middle School?
555 students attend West Plains Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Plains Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Middle School?
West Plains Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Plains Middle School offer ?
West Plains Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Plains Middle School part of?
West Plains Middle School is part of West Plains R-VII School District.
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