Serving 973 students in grades 9-12, Pacific High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pacific High School's student population of 973 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Together We Make a Difference in Doing What's Best for Kids
School Rankings
Pacific High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific High School is 0.21, 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
#1009 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific High School's ranking?
Pacific High School is ranked #1009 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pacific High School often compared to?
Pacific High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Clair High School, Union High School, Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pacific High School?
The graduation rate of Pacific High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pacific High School?
973 students attend Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pacific High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific High School?
Pacific High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pacific High School offer ?
Pacific High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pacific High School part of?
Pacific High School is part of Meramec Valley R-III School District.
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