For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 164 students in Cairo, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Cairo, MO is Northeast High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cairo, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Cairo have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public high schools.
Cairo, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northeast High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Cairo, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 W Martin
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2788
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2788
Gr: 6-12 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cairo, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cairo, MO include Northeast High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cairo?
1 public high schools are located in Cairo.
What is the racial composition of students in Cairo?
Cairo public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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