Serving 1,168 students in grades 9-12, Grandview Sr. 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 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grandview Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grandview Sr. High School's student population of 1,168 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Grandview High School is to inspire and empower all students to reach their individual potential by providing challenging and engaging learning experiences in a supportive learning environment.
School Rankings
Grandview Sr. 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 Grandview Sr. High School is 0.66, 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
#1652 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
49%
15%
White
14%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Grandview Sr. High School's ranking?
Grandview Sr. High School is ranked #1652 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Grandview Sr. High School often compared to?
Grandview Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruskin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grandview Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Grandview Sr. High School is 74%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grandview Sr. High School?
1,168 students attend Grandview Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Grandview Sr. High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grandview Sr. High School?
Grandview Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grandview Sr. High School offer ?
Grandview Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandview Sr. High School part of?
Grandview Sr. High School is part of Grandview C-4 School District.
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