Grain Valley High School

551 Sw Eagles Pkwy
Grain Valley, MO 64029
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Grain Valley High School is a high school in the Grain Valley R-V School District in Grain Valley, Missouri, United States. The school offers several Advanced Placement and Project Lead the Way courses.
Serving 1,444 students in grades 9-12, Grain Valley High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 95% (Top 20% in MO)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 5%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Grain Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Grain Valley High School's student population of 1,444 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar

School Rankings

Grain Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grain Valley High School is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#494 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
39%
40%
69%
43%
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grain Valley High School's ranking?
Grain Valley High School is ranked #494 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Grain Valley High School often compared to?
Grain Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Springs South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grain Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Grain Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grain Valley High School?
1,444 students attend Grain Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Grain Valley High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grain Valley High School?
Grain Valley High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grain Valley High School offer ?
Grain Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grain Valley High School part of?
Grain Valley High School is part of Grain Valley R-V School District.

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2   1/4/2010
Their transportation department employs uneducated, immature individuals abusive towards the grade school children.
- Posted by Parent - kerry

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 5%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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