Serving 773 students in grades 7-8, Webb City Jr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webb City Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Webb City Jr. High School's student population of 773 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Webb City Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webb City Jr. High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webb City Jr. High School's ranking?
Webb City Jr. High School is ranked #414 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Webb City Jr. High School often compared to?
Webb City Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb City Middle School, Webb City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Webb City Jr. High School?
773 students attend Webb City Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Webb City Jr. High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Webb City Jr. High School?
Webb City Jr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webb City Jr. High School offer ?
Webb City Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Webb City Jr. High School part of?
Webb City Jr. High School is part of Webb City R-VII School District.
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