For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 290 students in 63740, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 63740, MO is Chaffee Jr.-sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 63740 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 63740, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 63740 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chaffee Jr.-sr. High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 63740, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chaffee Jr.-sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
517 W Yoakum Ave
Chaffee, MO 63740
(573) 887-3226
Chaffee, MO 63740
(573) 887-3226
Grades: 7-12
| 290 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 63740, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 63740, MO include Chaffee Jr.-sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 63740?
1 public high schools are located in 63740.
What is the racial composition of students in 63740?
63740 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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