Serving 429 students in grades 6-12, Morgan Co. R-i High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Co. R-i High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morgan Co. R-i High School's student population of 429 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
All Students Achieve to Succeed... Whatever it Takes.
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Morgan Co. R-i 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. R-i High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1068 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Co. R-i High School's ranking?
Morgan Co. R-i High School is ranked #1068 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgan Co. R-i High School?
The graduation rate of Morgan Co. R-i High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Morgan Co. R-i High School?
429 students attend Morgan Co. R-i High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Morgan Co. R-i High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Co. R-i High School?
Morgan Co. R-i High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morgan Co. R-i High School offer ?
Morgan Co. R-i High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Co. R-i High School part of?
Morgan Co. R-i High School is part of Morgan County R-I School District.
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