Summary:
Wydown Middle is a highly-rated public middle school located in Clayton, Missouri, serving 576 students in grades 6-8. This exceptional institution consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state, boasting a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and a diverse student body with a racial makeup of 59.9% White, 15.1% African American, 3.99% Hispanic, 12.33% Asian, and 8.68% two or more races.
Wydown Middle's academic performance is truly remarkable, with students consistently outperforming the state and district averages on MAP (Missouri Assessment Program) tests across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2022-2023 school year, 62% of 6th graders, 71.8% of 7th graders, and 43% of 8th graders were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state averages of 43.7%, 39.5%, and 30%, respectively. The school also excels in supporting the academic achievement of various student subgroups, ranking among the top Missouri middle schools for Asian, African American, Hispanic, White, and multi-racial students.
Wydown Middle's exceptional performance is further highlighted by its relatively high spending per student, at $22,108 in the 2021-2022 school year, and a low student-teacher ratio of 9.4 in the 2022-2023 school year. When compared to nearby middle schools, such as Ladue Middle, which has lower proficiency rates in Mathematics and English Language Arts, Wydown Middle stands out as a true leader in academic excellence, providing a well-resourced and personalized learning environment for its diverse student population.
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Detail:
Public 6-8
District:
Clayton
SchoolDigger Rank:
12th of 459 Missouri Middle Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $22,108
Students who attend Wydown Middle usually attend:
Feeder schools for Wydown Middle:
Student/teacher ratio: 9.4
Number of students: 576
Racial breakdown:
White:
59.9%
African American:
15.1%
Asian:
12.3%
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Two or more races:
8.7%
Hispanic:
4.0%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 9.7%
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