Serving 524 students in grades 6-8, Westview 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westview Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westview 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 Westview Middle School is 0.06, 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
#2074 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
97%
15%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview Middle School's ranking?
Westview Middle School is ranked #2074 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Westview Middle School?
524 students attend Westview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Westview Middle School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview Middle School?
Westview Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westview Middle School offer ?
Westview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westview Middle School part of?
Westview Middle School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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