Serving 278 students in grades 7-12, Neelyville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neelyville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Neelyville High School's student population of 278 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neelyville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neelyville High School is 0.13, 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
#654 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Neelyville High School's ranking?
Neelyville High School is ranked #654 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Neelyville High School often compared to?
Neelyville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Bluff High School, Shady Grove School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neelyville High School?
The graduation rate of Neelyville High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Neelyville High School?
278 students attend Neelyville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Neelyville High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neelyville High School?
Neelyville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Neelyville High School offer ?
Neelyville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Neelyville High School part of?
Neelyville High School is part of Neelyville R-IV School District.
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