Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Palmyra 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmyra High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Palmyra, MO, encompassing approximately 196.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmyra High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmyra High School's student population of 331 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Palmyra R-1 School District recognizes individual student needs and provides the means for every student to reach his/her highest potential.
School Rankings
Palmyra 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 Palmyra 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
#831 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmyra High School's ranking?
Palmyra High School is ranked #831 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Palmyra High School often compared to?
Palmyra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hannibal Sr. High School, Palmyra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmyra High School?
The graduation rate of Palmyra High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Palmyra High School?
331 students attend Palmyra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Palmyra High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmyra High School?
Palmyra High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmyra High School offer ?
Palmyra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmyra High School part of?
Palmyra High School is part of Palmyra R-I School District.
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