For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,341 students in 63703, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 63703, MO are Parkview School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 63703 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 63703, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 63703 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 63703, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkview School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 S Parkway Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S Silver Springs Rd
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 335-8228
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 335-8228
Grades: 9-12
| 1,315 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cape Girardeau Car Tech Center
Vocational School
1080 S Silver Springs Rd
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-0826
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-0826
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
3445 Armstrong Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5814
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5814
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
63703, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Parkview (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1020 South Parkway Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Grades: Inquire with school
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 63703, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 63703, MO include Parkview School and Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 63703?
4 public high schools are located in 63703.
What is the racial composition of students in 63703?
63703 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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