For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 150 students in La Plata, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in La Plata, MO is La Plata High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Plata, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in La Plata have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
La Plata, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Plata High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in La Plata, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Plata High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 W Moore
La Plata, MO 63549
(660) 332-7001
La Plata, MO 63549
(660) 332-7001
Gr: 7-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in La Plata, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in La Plata, MO include La Plata High School.
How many public high schools are located in La Plata?
1 public high schools are located in La Plata.
What is the racial composition of students in La Plata?
La Plata public high schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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