Serving 1,783 students in grades 9-12, Staley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Staley High School's student population of 1,783 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Staley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staley High School is 0.51, 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
#247 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
68%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Staley High School's ranking?
Staley High School is ranked #247 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Staley High School often compared to?
Staley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Oak Park High School, Liberty North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staley High School?
The graduation rate of Staley High School is 99%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Staley High School?
1,783 students attend Staley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Staley High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Staley High School?
Staley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Staley High School offer ?
Staley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Staley High School part of?
Staley High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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