Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Tuscumbia 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuscumbia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tuscumbia High School's student population of 53 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Motto
Education Beyond Expectations
School Rankings
Tuscumbia 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 Tuscumbia High School is 0.08, 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
#1060 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
White
96%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscumbia High School's ranking?
Tuscumbia High School is ranked #1060 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuscumbia High School?
The graduation rate of Tuscumbia High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tuscumbia High School?
53 students attend Tuscumbia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tuscumbia High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuscumbia High School?
Tuscumbia High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tuscumbia High School offer ?
Tuscumbia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuscumbia High School part of?
Tuscumbia High School is part of Miller County R-III School District.
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