Serving 194 students in grades 7-12, Holcomb 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holcomb High serves the entire district of Holcomb, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 68.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holcomb High School's student population of 194 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holcomb 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 Holcomb High School is 0.31, 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
#1181 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holcomb High School's ranking?
Holcomb High School is ranked #1181 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holcomb High School often compared to?
Holcomb High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell High School, Clarkton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holcomb High School?
The graduation rate of Holcomb High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holcomb High School?
194 students attend Holcomb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Holcomb High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holcomb High School?
Holcomb High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holcomb High School offer ?
Holcomb High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holcomb High School part of?
Holcomb High School is part of Holcomb R-III School District.
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