Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Steelville 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steelville High's attendance zone covers the entire Steelville school district, encompassing approximately 275.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steelville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Steelville High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Steelville 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 Steelville High School is 0.10, 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
#745 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Steelville High School's ranking?
Steelville High School is ranked #745 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Steelville High School often compared to?
Steelville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuba High School, Bourbon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Steelville High School?
The graduation rate of Steelville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Steelville High School?
278 students attend Steelville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Steelville High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steelville High School?
Steelville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Steelville High School offer ?
Steelville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steelville High School part of?
Steelville High School is part of Steelville R-III School District.
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