Serving 48 students in grades 6-12, Macon Co. 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon Co. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Macon Co. High School's student population of 48 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macon Co. 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 Macon Co. High School is 0.12, 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
#590 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Macon Co. High School's ranking?
Macon Co. High School is ranked #590 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macon Co. High School?
The graduation rate of Macon Co. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Macon Co. High School?
48 students attend Macon Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Macon Co. High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macon Co. High School?
Macon Co. High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Macon Co. High School offer ?
Macon Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Macon Co. High School part of?
Macon Co. High School is part of Macon County R-IV School District.
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