Serving 252 students in grades 9-12, Diamond High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diamond High School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Diamond 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 Diamond High School is 0.17, 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
#1293 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Diamond High School's ranking?
Diamond High School is ranked #1293 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Diamond High School often compared to?
Diamond High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Newton High School, Neosho High School, Seneca High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Diamond High School?
The graduation rate of Diamond High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Diamond High School?
252 students attend Diamond High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Diamond High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diamond High School?
Diamond High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diamond High School offer ?
Diamond High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Diamond High School part of?
Diamond High School is part of Diamond R-IV School District.
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