At a glance
Reported students
1,108
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
67.34
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Missouri high enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 656 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
555
West Plains Sr. High: 1,108 reported students.
State peer staffing position
90th percentile
16.5:1 reported; state peer median 11.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,151
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.2:1
What the reported data says about West Plains Sr. High
West Plains Sr. High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in West Plains. It is one of 5 current school records connected to West Plains R-VII. NCES reports 1,108 students for 2024–25.
Among 656 high schools in Missouri with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 214 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.5:1, above the Missouri median of 11.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (91.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (4%). English learners represent 0.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking West Plains Sr. High
- 1How do the reported 16.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 67.34 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White91.4%
- Hispanic4%
- Black0.8%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
7 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in West Plains R-VII
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Southern Mo Tech Institute
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
West Plains Elem.
Elementary · Grades PK–04
767 reported students
West Plains Middle
Middle · Grades 05–08
555 reported students
South Fork Elem.
Elementary · Grades PK–06
196 reported students
Public schools near West Plains Sr. High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Plains Middle Middle · West Plains R-VII | 05–08 | 555 | 0.2 mi |
| West Plains Elem. Elementary · West Plains R-VII | PK–04 | 767 | 0.5 mi |
| Southern Mo Tech Institute High · West Plains R-VII | 09–12 | 0 | 0.7 mi |
| Howell Valley Elem. Elementary · Howell Valley R-I | PK–08 | 201 | 2.1 mi |
| Ozark Horizon School Other · Mo Schls for the Sev Disabled | KG–12 | 17 | 2.6 mi |
| Junction Hill Elem. Elementary · Junction Hill C-12 | PK–08 | 186 | 3.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about West Plains Sr. High
What grades does West Plains Sr. High serve?
West Plains Sr. High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in West Plains R-VII.
How many students attend West Plains Sr. High?
West Plains Sr. High reported 1,108 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 656 Missouri high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,151 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at West Plains Sr. High?
The calculated ratio is 16.5:1, based on 1,108 students and 67.34 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Missouri median for the same school level is 11.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is West Plains Sr. High a public, charter, or magnet school?
West Plains Sr. High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on West Plains R-VII attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of West Plains Sr. High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is West Plains Sr. High in?
West Plains Sr. High is part of West Plains R-VII, based in West Plains, MO, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near West Plains Sr. High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Plains Middle (0.2 mi), West Plains Elem. (0.5 mi), Southern Mo Tech Institute (0.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.