Kickapoo High School is a public high school located in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Having officially opened in October 1971, it is one of five public high schools within Springfield Public Schools.
Serving 1,918 students in grades 9-12, Kickapoo High School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kickapoo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kickapoo High School's student population of 1,918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
Kickapoo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kickapoo High School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
77%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chief
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kickapoo High School's ranking?
Kickapoo High School is ranked #780 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kickapoo High School often compared to?
Kickapoo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview High School, Glendale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kickapoo High School?
The graduation rate of Kickapoo High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kickapoo High School?
1,918 students attend Kickapoo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kickapoo High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kickapoo High School?
Kickapoo High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kickapoo High School offer ?
Kickapoo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kickapoo High School part of?
Kickapoo High School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
School Reviews
5 9/21/2009
We have had 2 children at Kickapoo and loved it. We've had great experiences with teachers, counselors, staff and athletics. We've been attending Chiefs sports since 1999 and will continue as long as we live in Springfield.
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