Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Warrenton 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 23% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warrenton High School's student population of 978 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Warrenton 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 Warrenton High School is 0.24, 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
#1098 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
87%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Warrenton High School's ranking?
Warrenton High School is ranked #1098 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Warrenton High School often compared to?
Warrenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warrenton High School?
The graduation rate of Warrenton High School is 86%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Warrenton High School?
978 students attend Warrenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Warrenton High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warrenton High School?
Warrenton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Warrenton High School offer ?
Warrenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warrenton High School part of?
Warrenton High School is part of Warren County R-III School District.
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