Serving 399 students in grades 6-12, Lone Jack 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lone Jack High School's student population of 399 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Motto
Our mission is to empower all students to be responsible, future ready citizens.
School Rankings
Lone Jack 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 Lone Jack High School is 0.22, 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
#1086 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Jack High School's ranking?
Lone Jack High School is ranked #1086 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lone Jack High School often compared to?
Lone Jack High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln College Prep., Lee's Summit West 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lone Jack High School?
The graduation rate of Lone Jack High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lone Jack High School?
399 students attend Lone Jack High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lone Jack High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Jack High School?
Lone Jack High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lone Jack High School offer ?
Lone Jack High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lone Jack High School part of?
Lone Jack High School is part of Lone Jack C-6 School District.
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