Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, Rolla Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolla Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rolla Sr. High School's student population of 1,383 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Rolla Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolla Sr. High School is 0.31, 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
#1006 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
83%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolla Sr. High School's ranking?
Rolla Sr. High School is ranked #1006 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rolla Sr. High School often compared to?
Rolla Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle High School, St. James High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rolla Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Rolla Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rolla Sr. High School?
1,383 students attend Rolla Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rolla Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolla Sr. High School?
Rolla Sr. High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rolla Sr. High School offer ?
Rolla Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolla Sr. High School part of?
Rolla Sr. High School is part of Rolla 31 School District.
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