Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Puxico 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Puxico High School's student population of 209 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Puxico 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 Puxico High School is 0.10, 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
#1110 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Puxico High School's ranking?
Puxico High School is ranked #1110 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Puxico High School often compared to?
Puxico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puxico High School?
The graduation rate of Puxico High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Puxico High School?
209 students attend Puxico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Puxico High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puxico High School?
Puxico High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Puxico High School offer ?
Puxico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puxico High School part of?
Puxico High School is part of Puxico R-VIII School District.
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