Serving 1,050 students in grades 9-12, Hannibal Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hannibal Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hannibal Sr. High School's student population of 1,050 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,050 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hannibal Sr. 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 Hannibal Sr. High School is 0.30, which is less 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
#424 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
2%
8%

Black
9%
15%

White
83%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
92%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hannibal Sr. High School's ranking?
Hannibal Sr. High School is ranked #424 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hannibal Sr. High School often compared to?
Hannibal Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmyra High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hannibal Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Hannibal Sr. High School is 92%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hannibal Sr. High School?
1,050 students attend Hannibal Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hannibal Sr. High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hannibal Sr. High School?
Hannibal Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hannibal Sr. High School offer ?
Hannibal Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hannibal Sr. High School part of?
Hannibal Sr. High School is part of Hannibal 60 School District.
School Reviews
5 1/24/2014
This school is highly involved in their students lives.
They try to make a difference, and a future for all
Attending. As a former student, I grew very close to the
School, it's teachers, students, and classes as well.
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