Serving 1,897 students in grades 9-12, Staley 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Staley High School's student population of 1,897 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Staley 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 Staley High School is 0.55, which is more 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
#612 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
65%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Staley High School's ranking?
Staley High School is ranked #612 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Staley High School often compared to?
Staley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park High School, Liberty High School, Liberty North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staley High School?
The graduation rate of Staley High School is 99%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Staley High School?
1,897 students attend Staley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Staley High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Staley High School?
Staley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Staley High School offer ?
Staley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Staley High School part of?
Staley High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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