Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Valley School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Valley School's student population of 718 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Leader in Me'
School Rankings
Northwest Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Valley 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
#1322 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Northwest Valley School's ranking?
Northwest Valley School is ranked #1322 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Northwest Valley School often compared to?
Northwest Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Northwest Valley School?
718 students attend Northwest Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northwest Valley School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Valley School?
Northwest Valley School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwest Valley School offer ?
Northwest Valley School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Valley School part of?
Northwest Valley School is part of Northwest R-I School District.
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