Serving 376 students in grades 6-12, Portageville High School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portageville High School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portageville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portageville High School is 0.39, 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
#883 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
77%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portageville High School's ranking?
Portageville High School is ranked #883 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portageville High School?
The graduation rate of Portageville High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Portageville High School?
376 students attend Portageville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Portageville High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portageville High School?
Portageville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portageville High School offer ?
Portageville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Portageville High School part of?
Portageville High School is part of Portageville School District.
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