Top Rankings
Parkway C-2 School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 20%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 3,890 students in Parkway C-2 School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 10/10, which is in the top 10% of public middle schools in Missouri.
Public Middle Schools in Parkway C-2 School District have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MO)
# Schools
29 Schools
830 Schools
# Students
16,924 Students
233,376 Students
# Teachers
1,194 Teachers
20,291 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
District Rank
Parkway C-2 School District, which is ranked within the top 10% of all 553 school districts in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 94% has decreased from 95% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#34 out of 557 school districts
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.62
0.49
# American Indian Students
77 Students
895 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
2,247 Students
4,582 Students
% Asian Students
13%
2%
# Hispanic Students
1,007 Students
18,531 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
8%
# Black Students
2,644 Students
35,869 Students
% Black Students
16%
15%
# White Students
9,793 Students
161,241 Students
% White Students
58%
69%
# Hawaiian Students
22 Students
840 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
1,134 Students
11,418 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
329
2,573
# Students in K Grade:
1,167
2,732
# Students in 1st Grade:
1,192
2,984
# Students in 2nd Grade:
1,287
2,965
# Students in 3rd Grade:
1,301
3,038
# Students in 4th Grade:
1,288
3,162
# Students in 5th Grade:
1,264
6,674
# Students in 6th Grade:
1,287
47,831
# Students in 7th Grade:
1,296
65,734
# Students in 8th Grade:
1,307
66,934
# Students in 9th Grade:
1,213
7,517
# Students in 10th Grade:
1,310
7,274
# Students in 11th Grade:
1,308
7,118
# Students in 12th Grade:
1,375
6,840
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $17,876 is higher than the state median of $15,081. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $15,700 is higher than the state median of $13,908. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$303 MM
$13,447 MM
Spending
$266 MM
$12,401 MM
Revenue / Student
$17,876
$15,081
Spending / Student
$15,700
$13,908
Best Parkway C-2 School District Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2312 Baxter Rd
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 415-7400
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 415-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 922 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
471 N Woods Mill Rd
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 415-7800
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 415-7800
Grades: 6-8
| 895 students
Rank: #33.
South Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
760 Woods Mill Rd
Ballwin, MO 63011
(314) 415-7200
Ballwin, MO 63011
(314) 415-7200
Grades: 6-8
| 520 students
Rank: #44.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 Wren Ave
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7300
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 747 students
Rank: #55.
Northeast Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
181 Coeur De Ville Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 415-7100
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 415-7100
Grades: 6-8
| 806 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
