East High School is a comprehensive high school located at 1924 Van Brunt Boulevard in Kansas City, Missouri. It is part of the Kansas City Public Schools.
Serving 1,155 students in grades 9-12, East 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 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East High School serves the northeast part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 18.5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,155 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence.
School Rankings
East 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 East High School is 0.58, which is more 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
#2012 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
34%
15%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
89.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Xx
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #2012 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Sr. High School, Frontier Schl Of Excellence-u by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 73%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,155 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the East Community Team North neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in East Community Team North.
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