Serving 536 students in grades 5-8, Wright City 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WRIGHT CITY MIDDLE's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wright City school district, covering approximately 92.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wright City Middle School's student population of 536 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wright City 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 Wright City Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1308 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright City Middle School's ranking?
Wright City Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wright City Middle School often compared to?
Wright City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Middle School, Black Hawk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wright City Middle School?
536 students attend Wright City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wright City Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright City Middle School?
Wright City Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wright City Middle School offer ?
Wright City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright City Middle School part of?
Wright City Middle School is part of Wright City R-II Of Warren Co. School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school has a lot of bullying that goes unnoticed. I regret moving my kids to this district
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