Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, West 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 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 756 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
West 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 West Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1672 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
66%
15%
White
18%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 #1672 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, South Middle School, Rogers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
756 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Hazelwood School District.
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