Serving 167 students in grades 7-12, Dora High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dora High School's student population of 167 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dora High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1182 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
99%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora High School's ranking?
Dora High School is ranked #1182 out of 2,092 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dora High School?
The graduation rate of Dora High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Dora High School?
167 students attend Dora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dora High School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dora High School?
Dora High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dora High School offer ?
Dora High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dora High School part of?
Dora High School is part of Dora R-III School District.
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