For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 401 students in Licking, MO.
The top ranked public high school in Licking, MO is Licking High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Licking, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Licking have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Licking, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Licking High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Licking, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Licking High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
135 College Avenue
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-2711
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-2711
Grades: 7-12
| 401 students
Rank: n/an/a
South Central Correctional Center
Alternative School
255 Hwy 32 W
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-4470
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-4470
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Licking, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in Licking, MO include Licking High School.
How many public high schools are located in Licking?
2 public high schools are located in Licking.
What is the racial composition of students in Licking?
Licking public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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