Serving 182 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 39%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheaton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wheaton High School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Wheaton High 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 Wheaton High School is 0.46, 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
#1309 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
70%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Wheaton High School's ranking?
Wheaton High School is ranked #1309 out of 2,084 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 39% 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 60-79%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wheaton High School?
182 students attend Wheaton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wheaton High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 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 11:1, which is lower than 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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