Serving 1,072 students in grades 6-8, Wentzville South Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wentzville South Middle School's student population of 1,072 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wentzville South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentzville South Middle School is 0.37, 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
#733 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Wentzville South Middle School's ranking?
Wentzville South Middle School is ranked #733 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wentzville South Middle School often compared to?
Wentzville South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wentzville Middle School, Troy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wentzville South Middle School?
1,072 students attend Wentzville South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wentzville South Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wentzville South Middle School?
Wentzville South Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wentzville South Middle School offer ?
Wentzville South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wentzville South Middle School part of?
Wentzville South Middle School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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