Serving 975 students in grades 9-12, Carl Junction High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Junction High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carl Junction High School's student population of 975 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Carl Junction High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Junction High School is 0.32, 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
#396 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Carl Junction High School's ranking?
Carl Junction High School is ranked #396 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Carl Junction High School often compared to?
Carl Junction High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb City High School, Joplin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Junction High School?
The graduation rate of Carl Junction High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carl Junction High School?
975 students attend Carl Junction High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Carl Junction High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Junction High School?
Carl Junction High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl Junction High School offer ?
Carl Junction High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Junction High School part of?
Carl Junction High School is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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