School District of Webb City R-7
| Webb City R-7 School District | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
411 North Madison Street Alba, Carterville, Oronogo, Purcell, most of Webb City, portions of Airport Drive, Duenweg and Joplin, and some unincorporated portions of Jasper County
Jasper County, 64870United States | |
| Coordinates | 37°09′01″N 94°28′27″W / 37.15025288673906°N 94.47413681510844°W |
| District information | |
| Type | Public school district |
| Grades | Pre K-12 |
| Established | 1877 |
| Superintendent | Dr. Brenten Byrd |
| Schools | 12 |
| Budget | $38 million (2009-2010) |
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 4,556 (2024-2025) |
| Teachers | 258 (2024-2025) |
| Staff | 379 (2024-2025) |
| District mascot | Cardinal |
| Colors | Columbia Blue, White, and Red |
| Other information | |
| Mission Statement | The mission of the Webb City R-VII School District is to prepare today’s youth to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s world by guiding all students in the acquisition of knowledge and the development of skills that will enable each to become a productive and responsible individual. |
| Website | www |
The School District of Webb City R-7 (officially known as the Webb City R-7 School District and abbreviated WCR7) is a public school district headquartered in Webb City, Missouri, United States, consisting of 12 schools (a behavioral school, a pre-primary school, seven primary schools, two middle schools, and a secondary school). The Webb City R-7 School District was ranked 3rd nationally in its class in 2010. The school district is overseen by superintendent Dr. Brenten Byrd.
The district includes the majority of Webb City, all of Alba, Carterville, Neck City, Oronogo, and Purcell; portions of Airport Drive, Duenweg and Joplin; and some unincorporated portions of Jasper County (some portions of Webb City are served by the Joplin and Carl Junction school districts).
The district's sports programs have achieved significant success, with multiple championships in football, basketball, and other sports since 1989. The district also maintains a Hall of Fame to honor the accomplishments of its former students and staff from the Webb City, Alba, and Carterville school districts.