Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westridge Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westridge Elementary 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 Westridge Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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
#289 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
64%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Westridge Elementary School's ranking?
Westridge Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Westridge Elementary School?
393 students attend Westridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Westridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westridge Elementary School?
Westridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westridge Elementary School offer ?
Westridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Westridge Elementary School part of?
Westridge Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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