Serving 33 students in grades 7-12, Bunceton 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunceton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bunceton High School's student population of 33 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bunceton 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 Bunceton High School is 0.11, 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
#1721 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
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
n/a
9%
Black
6%
15%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunceton High School's ranking?
Bunceton High School is ranked #1721 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bunceton High School often compared to?
Bunceton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Otterville High School, Boonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bunceton High School?
The graduation rate of Bunceton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bunceton High School?
33 students attend Bunceton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bunceton High School students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunceton High School?
Bunceton High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bunceton High School offer ?
Bunceton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunceton High School part of?
Bunceton High School is part of Cooper County R-IV School District.
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