Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, East Prairie 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 15-19% (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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Prairie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Prairie High School's student population of 306 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
306 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Prairie 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 East Prairie High School is 0.22, 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
#1505 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%

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

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%

Black
4%
15%

White
88%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Prairie High School's ranking?
East Prairie High School is ranked #1505 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East Prairie High School often compared to?
East Prairie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 East Prairie High School?
The graduation rate of East Prairie High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Prairie High School?
306 students attend East Prairie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Prairie High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Prairie High School?
East Prairie High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Prairie High School offer ?
East Prairie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Prairie High School part of?
East Prairie High School is part of East Prairie R-II School District.
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