Serving 831 students in grades 9-12, Bolivar High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolivar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bolivar High School's student population of 831 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
831 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for Life
School Rankings
Bolivar High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolivar High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolivar High School's ranking?
Bolivar High School is ranked #484 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bolivar High School often compared to?
Bolivar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Play High School, El Dorado Springs High School, Halfway Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bolivar High School?
The graduation rate of Bolivar High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bolivar High School?
831 students attend Bolivar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bolivar High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolivar High School?
Bolivar High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolivar High School offer ?
Bolivar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolivar High School part of?
Bolivar High School is part of Bolivar R-I School District.
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