Serving 36 students in grades 6-12, Newtown-harris 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newtown-Harris High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newtown school district, covering approximately 89.5 square miles around Newtown, MO. Families typically travel 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newtown-harris High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newtown-harris 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 Newtown-harris High School is 0.11, 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
#1075 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
n/a
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown-harris High School's ranking?
Newtown-harris High School is ranked #1075 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newtown-harris High School?
The graduation rate of Newtown-harris High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newtown-harris High School?
36 students attend Newtown-harris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Newtown-harris High School students are White, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newtown-harris High School?
Newtown-harris High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newtown-harris High School offer ?
Newtown-harris High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newtown-harris High School part of?
Newtown-harris High School is part of Newtown-Harris R-III School District.
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