Serving 2,289 students in grades 9-12, Joplin 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 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joplin High School's student population of 2,289 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joplin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joplin High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1135 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
73%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joplin High School's ranking?
Joplin High School is ranked #1135 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Joplin High School often compared to?
Joplin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Junction High School, Webb City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joplin High School?
The graduation rate of Joplin High School is 75%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Joplin High School?
2,289 students attend Joplin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Joplin High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joplin High School?
Joplin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joplin High School offer ?
Joplin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joplin High School part of?
Joplin High School is part of Joplin Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/10/2020
This school is fantastic for a public school. It allows you to excel at whatever you do!
1 1/29/2020
Almost all of the teachers want to catch kids vaping. I was in the bathroom minding my business when a teacher comes in and makes everyone in the bathroom leave and he takes us to the office where they questioned, searched us, and I missed my whole assignment for that day and now it's going to be counted later.
2 10/16/2014
Overall, the district is flawed from the top, down. With the exception of a few hand-selected parents, the R-8 has done everything to reduce parental roles in their childs educations. New schools are not well located, and the misuse of existing assets is mind-numbing. Bear in mind that there are some great teachers in the district, but they are mis-handled by incompetent administration.
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