Willard High School

515 E Jackson St
Willard, MO 65781
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Willard High School is a public high school located in Willard, Missouri, United States. The school is in the Willard R-2 School District.
Serving 1,400 students in grades 9-12, Willard 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 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 1,400 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : 98% (Top 1% in MO)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Willard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Willard High School's student population of 1,400 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Black

School Rankings

Willard High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willard High School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#236 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
51%
39%
71%
43%
50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
85%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willard High School's ranking?
Willard High School is ranked #236 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Willard High School often compared to?
Willard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Republic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willard High School?
The graduation rate of Willard High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Willard High School?
1,400 students attend Willard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Willard High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard High School?
Willard High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willard High School offer ?
Willard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard High School part of?
Willard High School is part of Willard R-II School District.

School Reviews

5   3/20/2020
I can't say enough amazing things about this district. Everyone between 4 buildings (and kids in grades ranging from k-9th) has been professional, supportive and nurturing for my 4 children. We are so proud to be Tigers!
- Posted by Parent - Sappington

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,400 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : 98% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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