Serving 975 students in grades 9-12, Carl Junction High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Junction High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carl Junction High School's student population of 975 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl Junction High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Junction High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Junction High School's ranking?
Carl Junction High School is ranked #194 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Carl Junction High School often compared to?
Carl Junction High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb City High School, Joplin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Junction High School?
The graduation rate of Carl Junction High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Carl Junction High School?
975 students attend Carl Junction High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carl Junction High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Junction High School?
Carl Junction High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carl Junction High School offer ?
Carl Junction High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carl Junction High School part of?
Carl Junction High School is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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