Serving 263 students in grades 6-12, 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: South Pemiscot High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Steele, MO, covering approximately 91 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pemiscot High School's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.58, 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
#1545 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
59%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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 higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend South Pemiscot High School?
263 students attend South Pemiscot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Pemiscot High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pemiscot High School?
South Pemiscot High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Pemiscot High School offer ?
South Pemiscot High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (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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