Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, North Pemiscot Sr. 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wardell, MO, covering approximately 185.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Pemiscot Sr. High School's student population of 134 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Pemiscot Sr. 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 North Pemiscot Sr. High School is 0.19, 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
#1911 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
6%
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pemiscot Sr. High School's ranking?
North Pemiscot Sr. High School is ranked #1911 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pemiscot Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of North Pemiscot Sr. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Pemiscot Sr. High School?
134 students attend North Pemiscot Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Pemiscot Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Pemiscot Sr. High School?
North Pemiscot Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Pemiscot Sr. High School offer ?
North Pemiscot Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pemiscot Sr. High School part of?
North Pemiscot Sr. High School is part of North Pemiscot County R-I School District.
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