Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Palmyra High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmyra High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmyra High School's student population of 379 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmyra 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 Palmyra High School is 0.12, 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
#989 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmyra High School's ranking?
Palmyra High School is ranked #989 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Palmyra High School often compared to?
Palmyra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hannibal Sr. High School, Palmyra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmyra High School?
The graduation rate of Palmyra High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Palmyra High School?
379 students attend Palmyra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Palmyra High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra High School?
Palmyra High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmyra High School offer ?
Palmyra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palmyra High School part of?
Palmyra High School is part of Palmyra R-I School District.
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