Serving 1,890 students in grades 9-12, Park Hill South High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Hill South High serves the southwest part of Riverside, MO, covering an area of approximately 46.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Hill South High School's student population of 1,890 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,890 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Hill South High School is 0.54, which is more 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
#22 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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)23.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Hill South High School's ranking?
Park Hill South High School is ranked #22 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Park Hill South High School often compared to?
Park Hill South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Hill South High School?
The graduation rate of Park Hill South High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Park Hill South High School?
1,890 students attend Park Hill South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Park Hill South High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Hill South High School?
Park Hill South High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Hill South High School offer ?
Park Hill South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Hill South High School part of?
Park Hill South High School is part of Park Hill School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Well, my son went to this school and I have to say; he very much enjoyed it. He made the football team and passed all of his classes. My boy enjoyed all of his time here. Praise the lord!
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