Serving 83 students in grades 6-12, Linn Co. 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LINN CO. HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Purdin, MO, covering approximately 213 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linn Co. High School's student population of 83 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linn Co. 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 Linn Co. High School is 0.18, 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
#858 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Hispanic
10%
9%
White
90%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linn Co. High School's ranking?
Linn Co. High School is ranked #858 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Linn Co. High School often compared to?
Linn Co. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield High School, Bucklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linn Co. High School?
The graduation rate of Linn Co. High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Linn Co. High School?
83 students attend Linn Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Linn Co. High School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linn Co. High School?
Linn Co. High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Linn Co. High School offer ?
Linn Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linn Co. High School part of?
Linn Co. High School is part of Linn County R-I School District.
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