Serving 175 students in grades 9-12, Putnam Co. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Co. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam Co. High School's student population of 175 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Putnam Co. 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 Putnam Co. High School is 0.10, 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
#420 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Co. High School's ranking?
Putnam Co. High School is ranked #420 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam Co. High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam Co. High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Putnam Co. High School?
175 students attend Putnam Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Putnam Co. High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Co. High School?
Putnam Co. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Putnam Co. High School offer ?
Putnam Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Putnam Co. High School part of?
Putnam Co. High School is part of Putnam County R-I School District.
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