Serving 123 students in grades 6-12, Bunker 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bunker High School's student population of 123 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bunker 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 Bunker High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#1542 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bunker R-III School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker High School's ranking?
Bunker High School is ranked #1542 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bunker High School often compared to?
Bunker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bunker High School?
The graduation rate of Bunker High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bunker High School?
123 students attend Bunker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bunker High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunker High School?
Bunker High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bunker High School offer ?
Bunker High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunker High School part of?
Bunker High School is part of Bunker R-III School District.
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