Serving 1,145 students in grades 9-12, West Plains Sr. High 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 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Plains Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Plains Sr. High School's student population of 1,145 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
West Plains Sr. High 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 West Plains Sr. High School is 0.15, 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
#287 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Plains Sr. High School's ranking?
West Plains Sr. High School is ranked #287 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are West Plains Sr. High School often compared to?
West Plains Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Springs High School, Liberty Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Plains Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Plains Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Plains Sr. High School?
1,145 students attend West Plains Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Plains Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Plains Sr. High School?
West Plains Sr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Plains Sr. High School offer ?
West Plains Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Plains Sr. High School part of?
West Plains Sr. High School is part of West Plains R-VII School District.
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