Serving 2,429 students in grades 9-12, Blue Springs High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Springs High School's student population of 2,429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Blue Springs High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Springs High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
13%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Blue Springs R-IV School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Springs High School's ranking?
Blue Springs High School is ranked #607 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blue Springs High School often compared to?
Blue Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Springs South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Springs High School is 92%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blue Springs High School?
2,429 students attend Blue Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Blue Springs High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Springs High School?
Blue Springs High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blue Springs High School offer ?
Blue Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Springs High School part of?
Blue Springs High School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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