Serving 2,174 students in grades 9-12, Troy Buchanan 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy Buchanan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Troy Buchanan High School's student population of 2,174 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy Buchanan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Buchanan High School is 0.22, 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
#1149 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Troy Buchanan High School's ranking?
Troy Buchanan High School is ranked #1149 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Troy Buchanan High School often compared to?
Troy Buchanan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silex High School, Winfield High School, Timberland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Troy Buchanan High School?
The graduation rate of Troy Buchanan High School is 97%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Troy Buchanan High School?
2,174 students attend Troy Buchanan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Troy Buchanan High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy Buchanan High School?
Troy Buchanan High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Troy Buchanan High School offer ?
Troy Buchanan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Troy Buchanan High School part of?
Troy Buchanan High School is part of Troy R-III School District.
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