West Nodaway High School is a public high school in Burlington Junction, Missouri, serving grades 7–12.
Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Nodaway R-i Elementary 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School's student population of 131 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Nodaway R-i Elementary 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 Nodaway R-i Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#973 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Nodaway R-i Elementary School's ranking?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 2,076 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend West Nodaway R-i Elementary School?
131 students attend West Nodaway R-i Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Nodaway R-i Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Nodaway R-i Elementary School?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Nodaway R-i Elementary School offer ?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Nodaway R-i Elementary School part of?
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School is part of West Nodaway County R-I School District.
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