For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,693 students in Waynesville, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Waynesville, MO is Waynesville Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesville, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Waynesville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Waynesville, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waynesville Sr. High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Waynesville, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waynesville Sr. High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 G W Ln
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2400
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,693 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Waynesville Career Center
Vocational School
400 G.w. Lane
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2500
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2500
Gr: 9-12
Waynesville, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 4067
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Waynesville, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Waynesville, MO include Waynesville Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Waynesville?
2 public high schools are located in Waynesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesville?
Waynesville public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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