Serving 221 students in grades 9-12, West Platte High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: West Platte High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 135.2 square miles in Weston, MO, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge located 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Platte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Platte High School's student population of 221 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Platte High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Platte High School is 0.24, 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
#103 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Platte High School's ranking?
West Platte High School is ranked #103 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Platte High School often compared to?
West Platte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platte County High School, North Platte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Platte High School?
The graduation rate of West Platte High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend West Platte High School?
221 students attend West Platte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Platte High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Platte High School?
West Platte High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Platte High School offer ?
West Platte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Platte High School part of?
West Platte High School is part of West Platte County R-II School District.
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