Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, Penney High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penney High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hamilton, MO, covering approximately 141.4 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Penney High School's student population of 186 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penney High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penney High School is 0.15, 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
#403 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
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
80-89%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penney High School's ranking?
Penney High School is ranked #403 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Penney High School often compared to?
Penney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braymer High School, Breckenridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penney High School?
The graduation rate of Penney High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Penney High School?
186 students attend Penney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Penney High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penney High School?
Penney High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Penney High School offer ?
Penney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Penney High School part of?
Penney High School is part of Hamilton R-II School District.
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