Park Hill High School is one of two high schools in the Park Hill School District, in Kansas City. The school is located in northern Kansas City, in Platte County. Park Hill's teams are called the Trojans, and its colours are scarlet and white. Park Hill High School had an enrollment of 1,857 students in 2022-2023.
Serving 1,947 students in grades 9-12, Park Hill High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,947 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Park Hill High School's student population of 1,947 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,947 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Success for Every Student at Park Hill
School Rankings
Park Hill 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 Park Hill High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#60 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
16%
15%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Hill High School's ranking?
Park Hill High School is ranked #60 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Park Hill High School often compared to?
Park Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Hill South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Park Hill High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Park Hill High School?
1,947 students attend Park Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Park Hill High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Hill High School?
Park Hill High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Hill High School offer ?
Park Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Hill High School part of?
Park Hill High School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Hill High School located?
Park Hill High School is located in the Park Forest neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Forest.
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