Serving 814 students in grades 10-12, Kearney High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kearney High School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To Educate for Today, Inspire for Tomorrow, and Empower for the Future
School Rankings
Kearney High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearney High School is 0.17, 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
#44 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
91%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearney High School's ranking?
Kearney High School is ranked #44 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kearney High School often compared to?
Kearney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kearney High School?
The graduation rate of Kearney High School is 97%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kearney High School?
814 students attend Kearney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kearney High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney High School?
Kearney High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney High School offer ?
Kearney High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney High School part of?
Kearney High School is part of Kearney R-I School District.
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