Middle Schools in Riverview Gardens

The Riverview Gardens school district in Missouri is home to two middle schools, R.G. Central Middle and Westview Middle School, both of which have consistently struggled to provide a high-quality education to their predominantly African American student populations. According to the data, neither school is a standout performer, with both ranking near the bottom of Missouri middle schools and receiving 0 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger over the past three years.

The academic performance at these schools is extremely low, with proficiency rates in Mathematics, Science, and English Language Arts well below the state averages. For example, in 8th grade Mathematics, R.G. Central Middle had a proficiency rate of just 0.9%, compared to the state average of 30%. Similarly, in 8th grade English Language Arts, Westview Middle School had a proficiency rate of only 6.2%, far behind the state average of 42.7%. These low test scores suggest that the schools are failing to adequately prepare their students for academic success.

The schools also face significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 99% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This high rate of poverty likely contributes to the schools' struggles, and may indicate a need for targeted support and resources to address the unique needs of these students. Additionally, the differences in spending per student between the two schools, with R.G. Central Middle spending $1,114 less per student than Westview Middle School, may be an area for further investigation to ensure that resources are being allocated effectively to support student learning.