Serving 466 students in grades 9-12, Herculaneum High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Herculaneum High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Herculaneum, MO, encompassing approximately 21.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herculaneum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herculaneum High School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herculaneum 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 Herculaneum High School is 0.19, 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
#494 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Black Cat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herculaneum High School's ranking?
Herculaneum 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 Herculaneum High School often compared to?
Herculaneum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Festus Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herculaneum High School?
The graduation rate of Herculaneum High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Herculaneum High School?
466 students attend Herculaneum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Herculaneum High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herculaneum High School?
Herculaneum High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Herculaneum High School offer ?
Herculaneum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herculaneum High School part of?
Herculaneum High School is part of Dunklin R-V School District.
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