Serving 218 students in grades 9-12, West Platte High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Platte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Platte High School's student population of 218 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
West Platte High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Platte High School is 0.32, 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
#74 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Platte High School's ranking?
West Platte High School is ranked #74 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Platte High School often compared to?
West Platte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platte County High School, North Platte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Platte High School?
The graduation rate of West Platte High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Platte High School?
218 students attend West Platte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Platte High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Platte High School?
West Platte High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Platte High School offer ?
West Platte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Platte High School part of?
West Platte High School is part of West Platte County R-II School District.
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