For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 359 students in Thayer, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Thayer, MO is Thayer Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thayer, 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 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Thayer have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public high schools.
Thayer, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thayer Sr. High School, with ≥90% 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 Thayer, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thayer Sr. High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 E Walnut St
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Gr: 7-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Thayer, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Thayer, MO include Thayer Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Thayer?
1 public high schools are located in Thayer.
What is the racial composition of students in Thayer?
Thayer 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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