Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, West County High 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West County High School's student population of 332 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Bulldog colors
School Calendar
School Rankings
West County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West County High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#770 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 High School's ranking?
West County High School is ranked #770 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West County High School often compared to?
West County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, North Co. Sr. High School, Farmington Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West County High School?
The graduation rate of West County High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend West County High School?
332 students attend West County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West County High School?
West County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West County High School offer ?
West County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West County High School part of?
West County High School is part of West St. Francois County R-IV School District.
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