Serving 13 students in grades 6-8, Wheeler Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheeler Middle School's student population of 13 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Wheeler Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
Asian
8%
2%
Black
8%
15%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
7%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler Middle School's ranking?
Wheeler Middle School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Middle School?
13 students attend Wheeler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wheeler Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Middle School?
Wheeler Middle School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheeler Middle School offer ?
Wheeler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler Middle School part of?
Wheeler Middle School is part of Mo School For The Deaf School District.
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