For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,626 students in Carthage, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Carthage, MO is Carthage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carthage, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Carthage have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Carthage, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carthage High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Carthage, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carthage High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 South River
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7020
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,626 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Carthage Technical Center
Vocational School
1100 E. Airport Drive
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7026
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7026
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Carthage, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Carthage, MO include Carthage High School.
How many public high schools are located in Carthage?
2 public high schools are located in Carthage.
What is the racial composition of students in Carthage?
Carthage public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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