Serving 1,860 students in grades 9-12, Park Hill South High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Hill South High School's student population of 1,860 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Hill South High School is 0.50, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
69%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Hill South High School's ranking?
Park Hill South High School is ranked #37 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Park Hill South High School often compared to?
Park Hill South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Hill South High School?
The graduation rate of Park Hill South High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Park Hill South High School?
1,860 students attend Park Hill South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Park Hill South High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Hill South High School?
Park Hill South High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Hill South High School offer ?
Park Hill South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Park Hill South High School part of?
Park Hill South High School is part of Park Hill School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Well, my son went to this school and I have to say; he very much enjoyed it. He made the football team and passed all of his classes. My boy enjoyed all of his time here. Praise the lord!
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