South Callaway R-II High School, most commonly known as South Callaway High School, South Callaway, SoCal, or SCHS, is a public high school located in Mokane, Missouri, United States. It provides education for students in grades 9–12.
Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, South Callaway 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Callaway High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mokane, MO, encompassing approximately 196.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Callaway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Callaway High School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Callaway 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 South Callaway 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
#711 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Cha-cha The Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Callaway High School's ranking?
South Callaway High School is ranked #711 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Callaway High School often compared to?
South Callaway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centralia High School, Fulton Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 South Callaway High School?
The graduation rate of South Callaway High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend South Callaway High School?
237 students attend South Callaway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Callaway High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Callaway High School?
South Callaway High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Callaway High School offer ?
South Callaway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Callaway High School part of?
South Callaway High School is part of South Callaway County R-II School District.
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