Serving 52 students in grades 6-12, Bucklin 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bucklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bucklin High School's student population of 52 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Bucklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bucklin High School is 0.15, 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
#288 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucklin High School's ranking?
Bucklin High School is ranked #288 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bucklin High School often compared to?
Bucklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield High School, Linn Co. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bucklin High School?
The graduation rate of Bucklin High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bucklin High School?
52 students attend Bucklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bucklin High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bucklin High School?
Bucklin High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bucklin High School offer ?
Bucklin High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucklin High School part of?
Bucklin High School is part of Bucklin R-II School District.
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