Serving 550 students in grades 9-12, Aurora 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Aurora High School's student population of 550 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Motto
The Mission of AHS is to be innovative, collaborative, and committed to excellence.
School Rankings
Aurora High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Houn Dawgs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora High School's ranking?
Aurora High School is ranked #1385 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Aurora High School often compared to?
Aurora High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marionville High School, Miller High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aurora High School?
The graduation rate of Aurora High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Aurora High School?
550 students attend Aurora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Aurora High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora High School?
Aurora High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aurora High School offer ?
Aurora High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora High School part of?
Aurora High School is part of Aurora R-VIII School District.
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