Serving 922 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 922 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.57, which is more 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
#125 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #125 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Kirkwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
922 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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