Serving 244 students in grades 7-12, South Pemiscot 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pemiscot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Pemiscot High School's student population of 244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pemiscot 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 South Pemiscot High School is 0.47, 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
#1676 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
23%
15%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pemiscot High School's ranking?
South Pemiscot High School is ranked #1676 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Pemiscot High School often compared to?
South Pemiscot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pemiscot High School?
The graduation rate of South Pemiscot High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Pemiscot High School?
244 students attend South Pemiscot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Pemiscot High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pemiscot High School?
South Pemiscot High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pemiscot High School offer ?
South Pemiscot High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is South Pemiscot High School part of?
South Pemiscot High School is part of South Pemiscot County R-V School District.
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