West County High School

West County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
768 Highway M,  Park Hills, MO
West St. Francois County R-IV School District
3.8
328 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Eric R Moyers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
19
Full Time Teachers
19
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
24
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
268:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%
White
98.7%
Two or more races
1%
Hispanic
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mineral Area College 59 Students
Southeast Missouri State University 46 Students
Missouri State University 44 Students
University of Missouri 38 Students
Maryville University of St. Louis 27 Students
University of Missouri—St. Louis 26 Students
Saint Louis University 24 Students
Lindenwood University 21 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City 17 Students
Truman State University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 18 Students
Psychology 16 Students
Elementary Education 14 Students
Business 10 Students
Biology 10 Students
Chemistry 8 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 7 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 6 Students
Education 6 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 40 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/24/2025
Overall I really liked going to school here, it prepared me for college and gave me new passions that I've still carried with me.
3.0 Senior
11/27/2018
It was alright. I had a good time. there is good teachers and academics, along with sports and fine arts.
5.0 Junior
4/26/2017
My over all school experience at West County has been amazing! Playing softball for the bulldogs has been the best thing that could have Ever happened to me. This school shows me how to be a leader and how to help others.

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West County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Park Hills, MO and is served by the West St. Francois County R-IV School District in Missouri. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 328 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. West County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like West County Middle School, Bismarck R-5 High School, St Joachim Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Park Hills has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West County High School.

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