Serving 359 students in grades 7-12, Thayer Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: THAYER SR. HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Thayer, MO, covering approximately 77 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayer Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thayer Sr. High School's student population of 359 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thayer Sr. 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 Thayer Sr. 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
#304 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bobcat colors
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thayer Sr. High School's ranking?
Thayer Sr. High School is ranked #304 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Thayer Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Thayer Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Thayer Sr. High School?
359 students attend Thayer Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thayer Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thayer Sr. High School?
Thayer Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thayer Sr. High School offer ?
Thayer Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thayer Sr. High School part of?
Thayer Sr. High School is part of Thayer R-II School District.
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