Serving 119 students in grades 7-12, South Holt High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Holt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Holt High School's student population of 119 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Knights
School Rankings
South Holt 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 South Holt 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
#973 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Holt High School's ranking?
South Holt High School is ranked #973 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?
40-44% 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 South Holt High School?
The graduation rate of South Holt High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Holt High School?
119 students attend South Holt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Holt High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Holt High School?
South Holt High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Holt High School offer ?
South Holt High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Holt High School part of?
South Holt High School is part of South Holt County R-I School District.
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