Serving 865 students in grades 7-8, Waynesville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waynesville Middle School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waynesville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#861 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
56%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesville Middle School's ranking?
Waynesville Middle School is ranked #861 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Waynesville Middle School?
865 students attend Waynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Waynesville Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesville Middle School?
Waynesville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waynesville Middle School offer ?
Waynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Waynesville Middle School part of?
Waynesville Middle School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
School Reviews
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