Serving 139 students in grades 6-12, Drexel 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drexel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Drexel High School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
To prepare all students to become responsible members of society, who are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Drexel 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 Drexel High School is 0.17, 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
#1757 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Drexel High School's ranking?
Drexel High School is ranked #1757 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Drexel High School often compared to?
Drexel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miami High School, Hume High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Drexel High School?
The graduation rate of Drexel High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Drexel High School?
139 students attend Drexel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Drexel High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drexel High School?
Drexel High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Drexel High School offer ?
Drexel High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drexel High School part of?
Drexel High School is part of Drexel R-IV School District.
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