Top Rankings
Polo R-VII School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 395 students in Polo R-VII School District. This district's average testing ranking is 10/10, which is in the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
Public Schools in Polo R-VII School District have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MO)
# Schools
3 Schools
2,474 Schools
# Students
395 Students
891,639 Students
# Teachers
40 Teachers
69,801 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Polo R-VII School District, which is ranked within the top 10% 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 90% has increased from 80% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#44 out of 555 school districts
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.15
0.51
% American Indian
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
8%
% Black
1%
15%
% White
92%
68%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $14,742 in this school district is less than the state median of $15,081. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $13,646 is less than the state median of $13,908. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$6 MM
$13,447 MM
Spending
$5 MM
$12,401 MM
Revenue / Student
$14,742
$15,081
Spending / Student
$13,646
$13,908
Best Polo R-VII School District Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polo Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Gr: 5-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Polo High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2524
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2524
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Polo Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Gr: PK-4 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District manages 3 public schools serving 395 students.
What is the rank of Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District is ranked #54 out of 553 school districts in Missouri (top 10%) 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 overall rank (Top 10%), Highest math proficiency (Top 10%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%) and Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
What is the racial composition of students in Polo R-VII School District?
92% of Polo R-VII School District students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What is Polo R-VII School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $13,646 is less than the state median of $13,908. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles
Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Practical tips for parents to address bullying, name-calling, and put-downs—with 2025 data, policies, and expert strategies.
What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
Explore what a magnet school is, how it works, and its benefits in 2025. Clear explanation for parents, students, and educators.
Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Explore cooperative learning in 2025—new data, updated practices, expert insights for educators and families.
