Serving 1,145 students in grades 6-8, Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ft. Zuwmalt 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
School Overview
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School's student population of 1,145 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,145 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is 0.50, 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
#224 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%

Hispanic
10%
8%

Black
7%
15%

White
69%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School's ranking?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is ranked #224 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School often compared to?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ft. Zumwalt South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School?
1,145 students attend Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School offer ?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School part of?
Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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