West Plains R-vii School District
School District · West Plains, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,913
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,913
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Evaluating West Plains R-vii?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Plains R-vii as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South Fork Elem.
West Plains · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Plains Elem.
West Plains · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Plains Sr. High
West Plains · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#195 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,913
$1,614 vs Missouri median
District size
2,668 students
Much larger than Missouri median
The short answer
West Plains R-vii ranks #195 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. West Plains R-vii's schools with real test data average 6.6/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Fork Elem. (7.3/10), West Plains Elem. (7.1/10), and West Plains Sr. High (6.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in West Plains R-vii
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Fork Elem. | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | West Plains Elem. | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | West Plains Sr. High | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | West Plains Middle | 5.7 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Plains R-vii
West Plains R-vii is a West Plains, Missouri school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,668 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The district invests $10,913 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.6/10, West Plains R-vii demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Fork Elem., which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, West Plains R-vii students show an average math proficiency of 47.2% and ELA proficiency of 50.0%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Plains R-vii, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Plains R-vii with test data.
Schools in West Plains R-vii
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- West Plains
- Total Enrollment
- 2,668
- Teachers (FTE)
- 202
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Plains R-vii?
West Plains R-vii has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Plains R-vii?
The average composite rating for West Plains R-vii is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Plains R-vii?
West Plains R-vii spends $10,913 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Plains R-vii?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Plains R-vii is 13.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Plains R-vii?
South Fork Elem. is the highest-rated school in West Plains R-vii with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in West Plains R-vii?
Across schools in West Plains R-vii with test data, the average math proficiency is 47.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Plains R-vii compare to other districts in Missouri?
West Plains R-vii has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 47.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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