Serving 12 students in grades 6-8, Wheeler Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheeler Middle School's student population of 12 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheeler Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
50%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
40%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler Middle School's ranking?
Wheeler Middle School is ranked #522 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Middle School?
12 students attend Wheeler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wheeler Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler Middle School?
Wheeler Middle School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeler Middle School offer ?
Wheeler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wheeler Middle School part of?
Wheeler Middle School is part of Mo School For The Deaf School District.
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