Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, Rolla Sr. 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 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolla Sr. High's attendance zone covers the entire Rolla school district, spanning approximately 205.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 8.1 miles and the furthest edge located 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolla Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rolla Sr. High School's student population of 1,398 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rolla Sr. 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 Rolla Sr. High School is 0.31, 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
#1006 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolla Sr. High School's ranking?
Rolla Sr. High School is ranked #1006 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rolla Sr. High School often compared to?
Rolla Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James High School, Belle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rolla Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Rolla Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Rolla Sr. High School?
1,398 students attend Rolla Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rolla Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolla Sr. High School?
Rolla Sr. High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rolla Sr. High School offer ?
Rolla Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolla Sr. High School part of?
Rolla Sr. High School is part of Rolla 31 School District.
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