Serving 399 students in grades 9-12, Strafford 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 40-44% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 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
Strafford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Strafford High School's student population of 399 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strafford 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 Strafford High School is 0.19, 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
#436 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
90%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strafford High School's ranking?
Strafford High School is ranked #436 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Strafford High School often compared to?
Strafford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kickapoo High School, Republic High School, Willard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Strafford High School?
The graduation rate of Strafford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Strafford High School?
399 students attend Strafford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Strafford High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strafford High School?
Strafford High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Strafford High School offer ?
Strafford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Strafford High School part of?
Strafford High School is part of Strafford R-VI School District.
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