Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West County Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West County Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West County Elementary 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 West County Elementary School is 0.06, which is less 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
#986 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West County Elementary School's ranking?
West County Elementary School is ranked #986 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West County Elementary School often compared to?
West County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, North County Primary, Washington-franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West County Elementary School?
414 students attend West County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West County Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West County Elementary School?
West County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West County Elementary School offer ?
West County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West County Elementary School part of?
West County Elementary School is part of West St. Francois County R-IV School District.
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