Serving 2,261 students in grades 9-12, Blue Springs South High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Springs South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blue Springs South High School's student population of 2,261 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Springs South High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Springs South High School is 0.50, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Springs South High School's ranking?
Blue Springs South High School is ranked #428 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blue Springs South High School often compared to?
Blue Springs South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Springs South High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Springs South High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blue Springs South High School?
2,261 students attend Blue Springs South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Blue Springs South High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Springs South High School?
Blue Springs South High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Springs South High School offer ?
Blue Springs South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blue Springs South High School part of?
Blue Springs South High School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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