Serving 406 students in grades 6-12, Adrian Sr. 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 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adrian Sr. High School's student population of 406 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Adrian Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adrian Sr. High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1197 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adrian Sr. High School's ranking?
Adrian Sr. High School is ranked #1197 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Adrian Sr. High School often compared to?
Adrian Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler High School, Rich Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adrian Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Adrian Sr. High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Adrian Sr. High School?
406 students attend Adrian Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Adrian Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adrian Sr. High School?
Adrian Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Adrian Sr. High School offer ?
Adrian Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adrian Sr. High School part of?
Adrian Sr. High School is part of Adrian R-III School District.
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