Serving 287 students in grades 7-12, Gainesville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Gainesville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gainesville school district, covering approximately 340.8 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gainesville High School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gainesville 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 Gainesville High School is 0.06, 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
#238 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville High School's ranking?
Gainesville High School is ranked #238 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gainesville High School?
The graduation rate of Gainesville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Gainesville High School?
287 students attend Gainesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gainesville High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesville High School?
Gainesville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gainesville High School offer ?
Gainesville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesville High School part of?
Gainesville High School is part of Gainesville R-V School District.
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