Serving 36 students in grades 7-12, Newtown-harris 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newtown-harris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newtown-harris High School's student population of 36 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newtown-harris 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 Newtown-harris High School is 0.20, 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
#1089 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown-harris High School's ranking?
Newtown-harris High School is ranked #1089 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newtown-harris High School?
The graduation rate of Newtown-harris High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newtown-harris High School?
36 students attend Newtown-harris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Newtown-harris High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newtown-harris High School?
Newtown-harris High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newtown-harris High School offer ?
Newtown-harris High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Newtown-harris High School part of?
Newtown-harris High School is part of Newtown-Harris R-III School District.
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