Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Grove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Grove 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
Mountain Grove High School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Tradition Excellence
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Grove 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 Mountain Grove High School is 0.13, 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
#304 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
67%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Grove High School's ranking?
Mountain Grove High School is ranked #304 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Grove High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mountain Grove High School?
455 students attend Mountain Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mountain Grove High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Grove High School?
Mountain Grove High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mountain Grove High School offer ?
Mountain Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Grove High School part of?
Mountain Grove High School is part of Mountain Grove R-III School District.
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