Serving 24 students in grades 12, Mingo Puxico Technical 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 <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mingo Puxico Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mingo Puxico Technical High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Mingo Puxico Technical 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 Mingo Puxico Technical High School is 0.38, 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
#505 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
75%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mingo Puxico Technical High School's ranking?
Mingo Puxico Technical High School is ranked #505 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mingo Puxico Technical High School?
24 students attend Mingo Puxico Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mingo Puxico Technical High School students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mingo Puxico Technical High School?
Mingo Puxico Technical High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mingo Puxico Technical High School offer ?
Mingo Puxico Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Mingo Puxico Technical High School part of?
Mingo Puxico Technical High School is part of Puxico R-VIII School District.
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