Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, St. Elizabeth High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Elizabeth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
St. Elizabeth High School's student population of 134 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
A vision for the future with respect for the past.
School Rankings
St. Elizabeth High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Elizabeth High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#131 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
98%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 St. Elizabeth High School's ranking?
St. Elizabeth High School is ranked #131 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are St. Elizabeth High School often compared to?
St. Elizabeth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Oaks Middle School, Phelps Co. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Elizabeth High School?
The graduation rate of St. Elizabeth High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend St. Elizabeth High School?
134 students attend St. Elizabeth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of St. Elizabeth High School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Elizabeth High School?
St. Elizabeth High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Elizabeth High School offer ?
St. Elizabeth High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Elizabeth High School part of?
St. Elizabeth High School is part of St. Elizabeth R-IV School District.
School Reviews
5 8/14/2013
I was a student there in the school year around 1977. I made the most fabulous friends while I was there. Loved my teachers they were awesome!!! Was hoping to connect to some old friends on fb.....Name then was Joyce Shepard, Now it is Joyce reeves.
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