Wright City High School is a public high school in Wright City, Missouri, part of the Wright City R-II School District. It was established in 1922.
Serving 543 students in grades 9-12, Wright City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wright City High School's student population of 543 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Hail to thee Wright City High School
School Rankings
Wright City 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 Wright City High School is 0.37, 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
#362 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wright City High School's ranking?
Wright City High School is ranked #362 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wright City High School often compared to?
Wright City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wright City High School?
The graduation rate of Wright City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wright City High School?
543 students attend Wright City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wright City High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wright City High School?
Wright City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wright City High School offer ?
Wright City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wright City High School part of?
Wright City High School is part of Wright City R-II Of Warren Co. School District.
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