Serving 191 students in grades 9-12, Puxico High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puxico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Puxico High School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Puxico High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puxico 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
#624 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Puxico High School's ranking?
Puxico High School is ranked #624 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Puxico High School often compared to?
Puxico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter High School by visitors of our site.
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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puxico High School?
The graduation rate of Puxico High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Puxico High School?
191 students attend Puxico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Puxico High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puxico High School?
Puxico High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Puxico High School offer ?
Puxico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puxico High School part of?
Puxico High School is part of Puxico R-VIII School District.
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