Serving 199 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Platte High School's student population of 199 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Platte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Platte High School is 0.14, 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
#1228 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Platte High School's ranking?
North Platte High School is ranked #1228 out of 2,084 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 Park Hill High School, Platte County High School, West Platte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Platte High School?
199 students attend North Platte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Platte High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Platte High School?
North Platte High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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
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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