Serving 199 students in grades 7-12, Wheaton High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheaton High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Wheaton, MO, encompassing approximately 60.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheaton High School's student population of 199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Wheaton High 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 Wheaton High School is 0.51, 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
#1344 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheaton High School's ranking?
Wheaton High School is ranked #1344 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheaton High School?
The graduation rate of Wheaton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wheaton High School?
199 students attend Wheaton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wheaton High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheaton High School?
Wheaton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheaton High School offer ?
Wheaton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheaton High School part of?
Wheaton High School is part of Wheaton R-III School District.
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