Serving 1,434 students in grades 9-12, Neosho High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neosho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Neosho High School's student population of 1,434 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neosho High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neosho High School is 0.53, 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
#1034 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
66%
69%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Neosho High School's ranking?
Neosho High School is ranked #1034 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Neosho High School often compared to?
Neosho High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Newton High School, Diamond High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neosho High School?
The graduation rate of Neosho High School is 87%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Neosho High School?
1,434 students attend Neosho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Neosho High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neosho High School?
Neosho High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neosho High School offer ?
Neosho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Neosho High School part of?
Neosho High School is part of Neosho School District.
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