WAYZATA WEST MIDDLE
681 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Wayzata West Middle School, located in Wayzata, Minnesota, is a prominent public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the highly regarded Wayzata Public Schools district. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment designed to help young adolescents navigate the transition from elementary school to high school. By focusing on a "middle school model," the institution emphasizes teaming, which allows teachers to collaborate closely to monitor student progress, provide personalized support, and build strong relationships between staff and students.
Beyond its rigorous core curriculum, Wayzata West offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs. These offerings are designed to encourage student engagement, leadership, and personal growth outside the classroom. The school maintains a strong partnership with the surrounding community and prioritizes technology integration and innovative teaching methods to prepare students for the challenges of modern secondary education. Its focus on balancing high academic expectations with social-emotional well-being makes it a cornerstone of the Wayzata educational experience.
Beyond its rigorous core curriculum, Wayzata West offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs. These offerings are designed to encourage student engagement, leadership, and personal growth outside the classroom. The school maintains a strong partnership with the surrounding community and prioritizes technology integration and innovative teaching methods to prepare students for the challenges of modern secondary education. Its focus on balancing high academic expectations with social-emotional well-being makes it a cornerstone of the Wayzata educational experience.
681
Total Students
40.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 423 |
| Hispanic | 47 |
| Black | 45 |
| Asian | 131 |
| Two or More | 35 |
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White423 (62.1 %)
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Asian131 (19.2 %)
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Hispanic47 (6.9 %)
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Black45 (6.6 %)
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Two or More35 (5.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (763)745-6400 |
| Website: | http://www.wayzata.k12.mn.us/wms |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 681 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 112 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 25 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
235
Grade 7
220
Grade 8
226
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 235 |
| Grade 7 | 220 |
| Grade 8 | 226 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 320 | 47% |
| Male | 361 | 53% |
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