Serving 7 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ozark Hills 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ozark Hills School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ozark Hills School's student population of 7 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ozark Hills School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
72%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
30%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ozark Hills School often compared to?
Ozark Hills Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Ozark Hills School?
7 students attend Ozark Hills School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ozark Hills School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ozark Hills School?
Ozark Hills School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ozark Hills School offer ?
Ozark Hills School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Ozark Hills School part of?
Ozark Hills School is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
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