For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,397 students in Platte City, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Platte City, MO is Platte County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Platte City, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Platte City have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public high schools.
Platte City, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Platte County High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Platte City, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte County High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Gr: 9-12 | 1,397 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Northland Career Center
Vocational School
1801 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Platte City, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Platte City, MO include Platte County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Platte City?
2 public high schools are located in Platte City.
What is the racial composition of students in Platte City?
Platte City public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Platte City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Platte City include: Northland Career Center vs. Platte County High School
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