Serving 179 students in grades 7-12, Norwood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Norwood High School's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Norwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood 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
#1246 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Norwood High School's ranking?
Norwood High School is ranked #1246 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwood High School?
The graduation rate of Norwood High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Norwood High School?
179 students attend Norwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Norwood High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood High School?
Norwood High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norwood High School offer ?
Norwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwood High School part of?
Norwood High School is part of Norwood R-I School District.
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