Top Rankings
Hurley R-I School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 216 students in Hurley R-I School District. This district's average testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
Public Schools in Hurley R-I School District have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MO)
# Schools
2 Schools
2,477 Schools
# Students
216 Students
891,649 Students
# Teachers
21 Teachers
69,803 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Hurley R-I School District, which is ranked within the top 30% of all 553 school districts in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#156 out of 555 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.05
0.51
% American Indian
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
2%
8%
% Black
n/a
15%
% White
98%
68%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $14,588 in this school district is less than the state median of $15,081. The school district revenue/student has declined by 15% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,722 is less than the state median of $13,908. The school district spending/student has declined by 15% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$3 MM
$13,447 MM
Spending
$3 MM
$12,401 MM
Revenue / Student
$14,588
$15,081
Spending / Student
$12,722
$13,908
Best Hurley R-I School District Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurley High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
86 Holt Spring Rd
Hurley, MO 65675
(417) 369-3271
Hurley, MO 65675
(417) 369-3271
Gr: 7-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
86 Holt Spring Rd
Hurley, MO 65675
(417) 369-3271
Hurley, MO 65675
(417) 369-3271
Gr: PK-6 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Hurley R-I School District?
Hurley R-I School District manages 2 public schools serving 216 students.
What is the rank of Hurley R-I School District?
Hurley R-I School District is ranked #146 out of 553 school districts in Missouri (top 30%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Missouri school districts for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
What is the racial composition of students in Hurley R-I School District?
98% of Hurley R-I School District students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Hurley R-I School District?
Hurley R-I School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What is Hurley R-I School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,722 is less than the state median of $13,908. The school district spending/student has declined by 15% over four school years.
Recent Articles

Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.

When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?

When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.