Serving 377 students in grades 9-12, Morgan Co. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgan Co. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Versailles, MO, covering approximately 207.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 17.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Co. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Morgan Co. High School's student population of 377 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Morgan Co. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgan Co. High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1157 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
93%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Co. High School's ranking?
Morgan Co. High School is ranked #1157 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgan Co. High School?
The graduation rate of Morgan Co. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Morgan Co. High School?
377 students attend Morgan Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Morgan Co. High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Co. High School?
Morgan Co. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morgan Co. High School offer ?
Morgan Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Co. High School part of?
Morgan Co. High School is part of Morgan County R-II School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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