Serving 1,808 students in grades 9-12, Kirkwood Sr. High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkwood Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kirkwood Sr. High School's student population of 1,808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kirkwood Sr. High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirkwood Sr. High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 2092 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
78%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirkwood Sr. High School's ranking?
Kirkwood Sr. High School is ranked #11 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kirkwood Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Kirkwood Sr. High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kirkwood Sr. High School?
1,808 students attend Kirkwood Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kirkwood Sr. High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkwood Sr. High School?
Kirkwood Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kirkwood Sr. High School offer ?
Kirkwood Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kirkwood Sr. High School part of?
Kirkwood Sr. High School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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