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Wheeler Middle
Middle School · MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Wheeler Middle
Wheeler Middle is a public middle school in Fulton, MO, part of the MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.3:1. 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 13 students, Wheeler Middle 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 4.3:1, Wheeler Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Address
- 505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251
- Website
- msd.k12.mo.us
- Phone
- (573) 592-2535
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
505 E 5TH ST, Fulton, MO 65251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheeler Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE (rated 7.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Mokane). Another option is FULTON MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Auxvasse). For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHEELER HIGH 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 Middle 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MUHAMMAD ISLAMIC ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | — |
| NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis, MO | — |
| POVERTY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Mercer, MO | — |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph, MO | — |
| SOUTH CITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis, MO | — |
| ZADIE CREEK SCHOOL Eagleville, MO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheeler Middle
What grades does Wheeler Middle serve?
Wheeler Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wheeler Middle?
Wheeler Middle has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheeler Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheeler Middle is 4.3:1. 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 Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wheeler Middle has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wheeler Middle a charter school?
No, Wheeler Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wheeler Middle a Title I school?
No, Wheeler Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wheeler Middle?
23.1% of students at Wheeler 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,319/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fulton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Callaway County
- Phone
- (573) 592-2535
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF- District Enrollment
- 51
- Schools in District
- 3
Other Schools in This District
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