For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 738 students in Westphalia, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 152 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Westphalia, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Westphalia, MO are Fatima Elementary School and Fatima High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westphalia, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Westphalia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Westphalia, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fatima Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
143 E Main
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2395
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2395
Gr: K-6 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Fatima High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
143 E Main
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2550
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2550
Gr: 7-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
1927 Hwy. 63
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2375
Westphalia, MO 65085
(573) 455-2375
Gr: PK | 56 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Westphalia, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Westphalia, MO include Fatima Elementary School and Fatima High School.
How many public schools are located in Westphalia?
3 public schools are located in Westphalia.
What percentage of students in Westphalia go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Westphalia are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Westphalia?
Westphalia public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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