Serving 822 students in grades 10-12, North Technical ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Technical ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Technical's student population of 822 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Technical is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
79%
15%
White
10%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
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 schools are North Technical often compared to?
North Technicalis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Technical?
The graduation rate of North Technical is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Technical?
822 students attend North Technical.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Technical students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Technical?
North Technical has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Technical offer ?
North Technical offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Technical part of?
North Technical is part of Specl. Sch. Dst. St. Louis Co. School District.
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