Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, North Platte 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Platte High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dearborn, MO, spanning approximately 112.7 square miles. Typical drive times to the school range from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Platte High School's student population of 220 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Platte 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 Platte High School is 0.12, 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
#1050 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Platte High School's ranking?
North Platte High School is ranked #1050 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Platte High School often compared to?
North Platte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platte County High School, Park Hill High School, West Platte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Platte High School?
The graduation rate of North Platte High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend North Platte High School?
220 students attend North Platte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Platte High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Platte High School?
North Platte High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Platte High School offer ?
North Platte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Platte High School part of?
North Platte High School is part of North Platte County R-I School District.
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