School Overview
Fort Zumwalt West Middle School, located in O'Fallon, Missouri, is a key component of the Fort Zumwalt School District, one of the largest and most prominent districts in the state. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on fostering a supportive middle-level learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, personal responsibility, and character development. The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, offering a balance of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and build foundational skills.

Beyond the classroom, the school is integrated into the broader Fort Zumwalt community, utilizing district-wide resources to provide students with modern educational technology and diverse extracurricular activities. The school maintains a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to participate in sports, arts, and student organizations. By prioritizing communication between staff, parents, and the local community, Fort Zumwalt West Middle School aims to prepare its students for the academic and social challenges they will encounter at the high school level and beyond.
1,190
Total Students
93.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White849
Hispanic106
Black79
Asian78
Two or More72
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    849 (71.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    106 (8.9 %)
  • Black
    79 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    78 (6.6 %)
  • Two or More
    72 (6.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
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: FT. ZUMWALT R-II
Phone: (636)272-6690
Website: http://www.fz.k12.mo.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,190
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 93.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 205
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 6 352
Grade 7 397
Grade 8 441

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6352
Grade 7397
Grade 8441
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female57047.9%
Male62052.1%
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