Serving 190 students in grades 7-12, Verona 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Verona High School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Verona High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verona High School is 0.49, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1759 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
62%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verona High School's ranking?
Verona High School is ranked #1759 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Verona High School often compared to?
Verona High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Vernon High School, Pierce City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Verona High School?
The graduation rate of Verona High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Verona High School?
190 students attend Verona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Verona High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verona High School?
Verona High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Verona High School offer ?
Verona High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Verona High School part of?
Verona High School is part of Verona R-VII School District.
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