Serving 118 students in grades 7-12, Halfway Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halfway Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Halfway Secondary's student population of 118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Halfway Secondary 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 Halfway Secondary is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1302 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halfway Secondary's ranking?
Halfway Secondary is ranked #1302 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Halfway Secondary often compared to?
Halfway Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Bolivar High School, Fair Play High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Halfway Secondary?
The graduation rate of Halfway Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Halfway Secondary?
118 students attend Halfway Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Halfway Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halfway Secondary?
Halfway Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Halfway Secondary offer ?
Halfway Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Halfway Secondary part of?
Halfway Secondary is part of Halfway R-III School District.
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