Serving 509 students in grades 9-12, St. James High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. James High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. James High School's student population of 509 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning: Whatever it Takes!
School Rankings
St. James 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 St. James High School is 0.19, 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
#831 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James High School's ranking?
St. James High School is ranked #831 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are St. James High School often compared to?
St. James High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolla Sr. High School, Blue Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. James High School?
The graduation rate of St. James High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend St. James High School?
509 students attend St. James High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of St. James High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. James High School?
St. James High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. James High School offer ?
St. James High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. James High School part of?
St. James High School is part of St. James R-I School District.
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