Serving 361 students in grades 5-8, Willow Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Springs Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Springs Middle 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 Willow Springs Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1169 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Willow Springs Middle School's ranking?
Willow Springs Middle School is ranked #1169 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Willow Springs Middle School?
361 students attend Willow Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Willow Springs Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Springs Middle School?
Willow Springs Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willow Springs Middle School offer ?
Willow Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Willow Springs Middle School part of?
Willow Springs Middle School is part of Willow Springs R-IV School District.
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