Serving 316 students in grades 9-12, Trenton 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trenton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Trenton High School's student population of 316 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
316 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Trenton 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 Trenton High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1230 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
4%
8%

Black
n/a
15%

White
94%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trenton High School's ranking?
Trenton High School is ranked #1230 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trenton High School?
The graduation rate of Trenton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Trenton High School?
316 students attend Trenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Trenton High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trenton High School?
Trenton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trenton High School offer ?
Trenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trenton High School part of?
Trenton High School is part of Trenton R-IX School District.
School Reviews
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THS is one of the best schools in all of Missouri. There are a lot of classes offered, and it is fun!
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