Top Rankings
Polo R-VII School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 367 students in Polo R-VII School District. This district's average testing ranking is 10/10, which is in the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
Public Schools in Polo R-VII School District have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MO)
# Schools
3 Schools
2,463 Schools
# Students
367 Students
885,270 Students
# Teachers
38 Teachers
70,230 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Polo R-VII School District, which is ranked within the top 10% of all 553 school districts in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90% has increased from 80% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#44 out of 555 school districts
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.16
0.52
% American Indian
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
1%
9%
% Black
1%
15%
% White
92%
67%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $15,866 is higher than the state median of $15,190. The school district revenue/student has grown by 43% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,687 is higher than the state median of $14,008. The school district spending/student has grown by 34% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$6 MM
$13,447 MM
Spending
$5 MM
$12,401 MM
Revenue / Student
$15,866
$15,190
Spending / Student
$14,687
$14,008
Best Polo R-VII School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polo Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Gr: 5-8 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Polo High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2524
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2524
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Polo Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W School St
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Polo, MO 64671
(660) 354-2200
Gr: PK-4 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District manages 3 public schools serving 367 students.
What is the rank of Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District is ranked #54 out of 553 school districts in Missouri (top 10%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Missouri school districts for: Highest overall rank (Top 10%), Highest math proficiency (Top 10%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%) and Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
What is the racial composition of students in Polo R-VII School District?
92% of Polo R-VII School District students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Polo R-VII School District?
Polo R-VII School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What is Polo R-VII School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $14,687 is higher than the state median of $14,008. The school district spending/student has grown by 34% over four school years.
Recent Articles
How Public Schools Train Staff Each Year
Learn how public schools train staff each year through professional development, safety training, technology instruction, and ongoing educational support.
What Substitute Teachers Experience in Public Schools
Discover what substitute teachers experience in public schools, including daily responsibilities, challenges, rewards, and their role in student success.
How Teachers Collaborate Across Departments in Public Schools
Learn how teachers collaborate across departments to improve student outcomes, strengthen instruction, and prepare students for real-world success.
