Serving 126 students in grades 7-12, Niangua High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niangua High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Niangua High School's student population of 126 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Niangua High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niangua 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
#736 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Niangua R-V School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niangua High School's ranking?
Niangua High School is ranked #736 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niangua High School?
The graduation rate of Niangua High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Niangua High School?
126 students attend Niangua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Niangua High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niangua High School?
Niangua High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niangua High School offer ?
Niangua High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niangua High School part of?
Niangua High School is part of Niangua R-V School District.
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