Serving 2,308 students in grades 9-12, Blue Springs South High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Springs South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Springs South High School's student population of 2,308 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
Champion for personal growth
School Rankings
Blue Springs South High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Springs South High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Springs South High School's ranking?
Blue Springs South High School is ranked #292 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blue Springs South High School often compared to?
Blue Springs South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Springs South High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Springs South High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blue Springs South High School?
2,308 students attend Blue Springs South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Blue Springs South High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Springs South High School?
Blue Springs South High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blue Springs South High School offer ?
Blue Springs South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Springs South High School part of?
Blue Springs South High School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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