Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, East Prairie 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Prairie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Prairie High School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The East Prairie R-2 School District will educate students to become responsible, productive citizens for the 21st Century.
School Rankings
East Prairie 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 Prairie High School is 0.21, 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
#1437 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Prairie High School's ranking?
East Prairie High School is ranked #1437 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East Prairie High School often compared to?
East Prairie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Prairie High School?
The graduation rate of East Prairie High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Prairie High School?
301 students attend East Prairie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of East Prairie High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Prairie High School?
East Prairie High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Prairie High School offer ?
East Prairie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Prairie High School part of?
East Prairie High School is part of East Prairie R-II School District.
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