Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westhoff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westhoff Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westhoff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhoff Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#609 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhoff Elementary School's ranking?
Westhoff Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Westhoff Elementary School often compared to?
Westhoff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Westhoff Elementary School?
530 students attend Westhoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westhoff Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westhoff Elementary School?
Westhoff Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westhoff Elementary School offer ?
Westhoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westhoff Elementary School part of?
Westhoff Elementary School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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