Serving 331 students in grades 7-12, Charleston High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charleston High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charleston High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charleston High School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1615 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
63%
15%
White
28%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston High School's ranking?
Charleston High School is ranked #1615 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Charleston High School often compared to?
Charleston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Prairie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charleston High School?
The graduation rate of Charleston High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Charleston High School?
331 students attend Charleston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Charleston High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston High School?
Charleston High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charleston High School offer ?
Charleston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Charleston High School part of?
Charleston High School is part of Charleston R-I School District.
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