Serving 248 students in grades 9-12, South Callaway High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Callaway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Callaway High School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Callaway High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Callaway High School is 0.10, 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
#556 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Callaway High School's ranking?
South Callaway High School is ranked #556 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Callaway High School often compared to?
South Callaway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centralia High School, Fulton Sr. High 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Callaway High School?
The graduation rate of South Callaway High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Callaway High School?
248 students attend South Callaway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Callaway High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Callaway High School?
South Callaway High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Callaway High School offer ?
South Callaway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Callaway High School part of?
South Callaway High School is part of South Callaway County R-II School District.
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