Staley High School is a public high school in Kansas City, Missouri. It is one of the four high schools in the North Kansas City School District along with North Kansas City High School, Oak Park High School, and Winnetonka High School. The school was named after the nearby Staley Farms and the road of the same name.
Serving 2,006 students in grades 9-12, Staley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Staley High School's student population of 2,006 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 15, 2026
Campus Size
65
School Rankings
Staley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staley High School is 0.57, 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
#340 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staley High School's ranking?
Staley High School is ranked #340 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Staley High School often compared to?
Staley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park High School, Liberty High School, Liberty North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staley High School?
The graduation rate of Staley High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Staley High School?
2,006 students attend Staley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Staley High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staley High School?
Staley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Staley High School offer ?
Staley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Staley High School part of?
Staley High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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