Serving 232 students in grades 7-12, South Pemiscot High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pemiscot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Pemiscot High School's student population of 232 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 6, 2026
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Building successful futures - Each Student - Every Day
School Rankings
South Pemiscot High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pemiscot High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1545 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
26%
15%
White
61%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pemiscot High School's ranking?
South Pemiscot High School is ranked #1545 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Pemiscot High School often compared to?
South Pemiscot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pemiscot High School?
The graduation rate of South Pemiscot High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Pemiscot High School?
232 students attend South Pemiscot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Pemiscot High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pemiscot High School?
South Pemiscot High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Pemiscot High School offer ?
South Pemiscot High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pemiscot High School part of?
South Pemiscot High School is part of South Pemiscot County R-V School District.
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