Serving 38 students in grades 6-12, Cainsville 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cainsville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 68.2 square miles in Cainsville, MO. The typical drive from various locations within the zone to the school takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cainsville High School's student population of 38 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cainsville 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 Cainsville High School is 0.06, 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
#1633 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cainsville High School's ranking?
Cainsville High School is ranked #1633 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cainsville High School?
The graduation rate of Cainsville High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Cainsville High School?
38 students attend Cainsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cainsville High School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cainsville High School?
Cainsville High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cainsville High School offer ?
Cainsville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cainsville High School part of?
Cainsville High School is part of Cainsville R-I School District.
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