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#296 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 13% in state

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle

Middle School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

150 WATERFORD CROSSING, O'fallon, MO 63368

Enrollment

1,145

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In O'fallon

#7 of 18

public schools

Missouri middle schools

#38 of 390

In district

#13 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle

FT. Zumwalt West Middle serves 1,145 students in grades 6-8 in O'Fallon, Missouri, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking 139th out of 2,234 Missouri schools, the school places in the 94th percentile statewide for academic achievement.

The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 with 92 full-time equivalent teachers supporting student learning. Academic performance is strong across core subjects, with 61% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 57% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Located at 150 Waterford Crossing in St.

Charles County, FT. Zumwalt West Middle operates as a regular public school serving a large suburban community. The surrounding 63368 ZIP code reflects an affluent area with a median household income of $116,471 and median home values of $298,200.

Nearly half of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains low at 3.6%. The school sits in the heart of O'Fallon's thriving suburban landscape, where families benefit from the combination of strong educational opportunities and an economically stable community environment.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Above Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,920

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle — Students at Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle Compares

See how Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
87th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
6.8/10
Above average
Environment
8.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
92 teachers

Location

150 WATERFORD CROSSING, O'fallon, MO 63368

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby St. Peters), with a comparable rating. Another option is FRANCIS HOWELL MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), a more accessible option. Additionally, BRYAN MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), a more accessible option. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon 0.4 mi 6.7
EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon 1.4 mi 7.9
OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon 1.5 mi 8.2
JOHN WELDON ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 1.6 mi 7.5
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon 1.9 mi 7.3
OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 1.9 mi 5.4
TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon 2.0 mi 8.0
FRANCIS HOWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 2.2 mi 6.7
Boonslick St. Peters 2.6 mi
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE St. Peters 2.6 mi 7.0
PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters 2.7 mi 7.9
FRANCIS HOWELL HIGH St. Charles 3.1 mi 6.5
ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon 3.2 mi 5.9
WARREN ELEM. St. Peters 2.7 mi 6.3
CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 2.8 mi 6.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL St. Charles 2.7 mi 4.3
BRYAN MIDDLE St. Charles 3.1 mi 5.9
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC. CTR St. Charles 3.3 mi 7.4
INDEPENDENCE ELEM. St. Charles 3.3 mi 7.2
FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon 3.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,811

Median Home Value

$327,700

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

45,862

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

81.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle has a median household income of $118,811. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $327,700, with a median rent of $1,442/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CARTHAGE JR. HIGH Carthage, MO 7.9
LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.9
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City, MO 8.0
CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield, MO 7.8
NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa, MO 7.8
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle

What grades does Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle serve?

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle?

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,145 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle rank in MO?

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle is ranked #296 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle has 60.7% math proficiency and 61.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle a charter school?

No, Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle a Title I school?

No, Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle?

21.9% of students at Ft. Zuwmalt West Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (544/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (O'fallon). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,145
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
16,829
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,648
District Rank
#13 of 25

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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