Serving 161 students in grades 7-12, La Plata 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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La Plata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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La Plata High School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
La Plata High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Plata High School is 0.02, 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
#1579 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is La Plata High School's ranking?
La Plata High School is ranked #1579 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are La Plata High School often compared to?
La Plata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta High School, Bevier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Plata High School?
The graduation rate of La Plata High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend La Plata High School?
161 students attend La Plata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of La Plata High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Plata High School?
La Plata High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Plata High School offer ?
La Plata High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Plata High School part of?
La Plata High School is part of La Plata R-II School District.
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