Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Wydown Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wydown Middle 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wydown Middle School's student population of 574 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Wydown Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wydown Middle School is 0.62, 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
#63 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
58%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Wydown Middle School's ranking?
Wydown Middle School is ranked #63 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wydown Middle School often compared to?
Wydown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ladue Middle School, North Kirkwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wydown Middle School?
574 students attend Wydown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wydown Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wydown Middle School?
Wydown Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wydown Middle School offer ?
Wydown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wydown Middle School part of?
Wydown Middle School is part of Clayton School District.
School Reviews
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