Serving 302 students in grades 6, Wedgwood 6th Grade Center 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 17% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center's student population of 302 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is 0.22, 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
#1921 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
88%
15%
White
5%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
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 Wedgwood 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is ranked #1921 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wedgwood 6th Grade Center?
302 students attend Wedgwood 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wedgwood 6th Grade Center?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wedgwood 6th Grade Center offer ?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wedgwood 6th Grade Center part of?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
In what neighborhood is Wedgwood 6th Grade Center located?
Wedgwood 6th Grade Center is located in the Cross Keys neighborhood of Florissant, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Cross Keys.
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