Serving 1,568 students in grades 9-12, North Kansas City 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 14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Kansas City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North Kansas City High School's student population of 1,568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Kansas City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Kansas City High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1677 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
24%
15%
White
36%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Kansas City High School's ranking?
North Kansas City High School is ranked #1677 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Kansas City High School often compared to?
North Kansas City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Kansas City High School?
The graduation rate of North Kansas City High School is 94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend North Kansas City High School?
1,568 students attend North Kansas City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of North Kansas City High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Kansas City High School?
North Kansas City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Kansas City High School offer ?
North Kansas City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Kansas City High School part of?
North Kansas City High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2021
I am a student who has pursued the IB Diploma option. Having the opportunity to take the IB curriculum for free has been a great experience, as the teachers are attentive, passionate, and understanding to the students'' needs. This education is truly one of a kind. There are many opportunities to get involved in the school's culture, especially as a minority student (two or more races), and the school pride is super exciting, definitely holds up to the expectations of any young student has of high school.
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