South Nodaway High School is a public high school in Barnard, Missouri, United States, serving grades 7–12.
Serving 71 students in grades 7-12, South Nodaway High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Nodaway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Nodaway High School's student population of 71 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Nodaway 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 South Nodaway High School is 0.12, 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
#458 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Black
4%
15%
White
94%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Nodaway High School's ranking?
South Nodaway High School is ranked #458 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Nodaway High School?
The graduation rate of South Nodaway High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Nodaway High School?
71 students attend South Nodaway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Nodaway High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Nodaway High School?
South Nodaway High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Nodaway High School offer ?
South Nodaway High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Nodaway High School part of?
South Nodaway High School is part of South Nodaway County R-IV School District.
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