Serving 364 students in grades 9-12, Houston 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Houston High School's student population of 364 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston 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 Houston High School is 0.15, 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
#1309 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston High School's ranking?
Houston High School is ranked #1309 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Houston High School often compared to?
Houston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Licking 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 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston High School?
The graduation rate of Houston High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Houston High School?
364 students attend Houston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Houston High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston High School?
Houston High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Houston High School offer ?
Houston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Houston High School part of?
Houston High School is part of Houston R-I School District.
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