Serving 291 students in grades 9-12, Lathrop 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 approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% 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
Lathrop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lathrop High School's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Leave a Legacy of Knowledge, Success, and Love.
School Mascot
Mules
School Rankings
Lathrop High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lathrop High School is 0.19, 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
#463 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mules
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lathrop High School's ranking?
Lathrop High School is ranked #463 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lathrop High School often compared to?
Lathrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cameron High School, East Buchanan 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 40% 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 Lathrop High School?
The graduation rate of Lathrop High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lathrop High School?
291 students attend Lathrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lathrop High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lathrop High School?
Lathrop High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lathrop High School offer ?
Lathrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lathrop High School part of?
Lathrop High School is part of Lathrop R-II School District.
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