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Wheeler High

High School · MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251

Enrollment

16

Student-Teacher

2.3:1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

About Wheeler High

Wheeler High is a public high school in Fulton, MO, part of the MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.3:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,750, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 16 students, Wheeler High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2.3:1, Wheeler High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
16 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.3:1
Address
505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251
Phone
(573) 592-2515
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 3 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
2:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wheeler High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FULTON TREATMENT CTR. (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is SOUTH CALLAWAY HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Mokane). Additionally, NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH (rated 5.6/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Kingdom City). For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WHEELER MIDDLE Fulton 0.0 mi
STARK ELEM. Fulton 0.1 mi
FULTON MIDDLE Fulton 0.5 mi 6.9
BUSH ELEM. Fulton 0.5 mi 4.7
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fulton 0.9 mi 7.2
BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton 1.0 mi 4.5
FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR Fulton 1.2 mi 7.0
FULTON TREATMENT CTR. Fulton 1.1 mi 7.8
MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton 1.0 mi 5.5
FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton 1.6 mi 4.8
KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CALAWAY COUNTY Fulton 1.5 mi 6.4
SHEPHERDSFIELD SCHOOL Fulton 4.2 mi
NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City 7.8 mi 5.6
HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City 9.3 mi 6.9
SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 Mokane 11.3 mi 7.5
SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. Mokane 11.3 mi 8.7
SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE Mokane 11.3 mi 7.9
SOUTH CALLAWAY HIGH Mokane 11.4 mi 6.3
NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse 11.9 mi 5.1
NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield 11.8 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,750

Median Home Value

$172,200

Median Rent

$830/mo

Population

22,077

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

36.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wheeler High has a median household income of $63,750. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,200, with a median rent of $830/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wheeler High

What grades does Wheeler High serve?

Wheeler High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wheeler High?

Wheeler High has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheeler High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wheeler High is 2.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Wheeler High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wheeler High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Wheeler High a charter school?

No, Wheeler High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wheeler High a Title I school?

No, Wheeler High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wheeler High?

18.8% of students at Wheeler High 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,319/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fulton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.8%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Distant Town
County
Callaway County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
District Enrollment
51
Schools in District
3

Other Schools in This District

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