Serving 1,072 students in grades 9-12, East High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,072 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2076 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
46%
8%
Black
42%
15%
White
5%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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 East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #2076 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Sr. High School, Fort Osage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 68%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,072 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
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