Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Westview Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westview Middle School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Westview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westview Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2079 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
95%
15%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
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 Westview Middle School's ranking?
Westview Middle School is ranked #2079 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Westview Middle School?
537 students attend Westview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Westview Middle School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westview Middle School?
Westview Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westview Middle School offer ?
Westview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westview Middle School part of?
Westview Middle School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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