Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Fordland 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fordland High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fordland school district, covering approximately 82.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of about 5.3 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles to the farthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fordland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fordland High School's student population of 200 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fordland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fordland High School is 0.20, 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
#348 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fordland High School's ranking?
Fordland High School is ranked #348 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fordland High School often compared to?
Fordland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan-rogersville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fordland High School?
The graduation rate of Fordland High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fordland High School?
200 students attend Fordland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fordland High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fordland High School?
Fordland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fordland High School offer ?
Fordland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fordland High School part of?
Fordland High School is part of Fordland R-III School District.
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