Serving 1,349 students in grades 9-12, Webb City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webb City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Webb City High School's student population of 1,349 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Webb City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webb City High School is 0.32, 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
#290 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webb City High School's ranking?
Webb City High School is ranked #290 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Webb City High School often compared to?
Webb City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Junction High School, Joplin High School, Carthage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webb City High School?
The graduation rate of Webb City High School is 91%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Webb City High School?
1,349 students attend Webb City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Webb City High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Webb City High School?
Webb City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webb City High School offer ?
Webb City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Webb City High School part of?
Webb City High School is part of Webb City R-VII School District.
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