Serving 487 students in grades 9-12, Southeast High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southeast High School's student population of 487 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southeast High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast High School is 0.29, 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
#1912 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
84%
15%
White
4%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast High School's ranking?
Southeast High School is ranked #1912 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Southeast High School often compared to?
Southeast High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guadalupe Centers High School, Allen Village High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast High School?
The graduation rate of Southeast High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southeast High School?
487 students attend Southeast High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Southeast High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast High School?
Southeast High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast High School offer ?
Southeast High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southeast High School part of?
Southeast High School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Southeast High School located?
Southeast High School is located in the East Community Team North neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in East Community Team North.
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