Knob Noster High School is an American public high school located in Knob Noster, Missouri. It is part of the Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
Serving 433 students in grades 9-12, Knob Noster 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knob Noster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Knob Noster High School's student population of 433 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Knob Noster High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knob Noster High School is 0.32, which is less 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
#654 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knob Noster High School's ranking?
Knob Noster High School is ranked #654 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Knob Noster High School often compared to?
Knob Noster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg High School, Kingsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knob Noster High School?
The graduation rate of Knob Noster High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knob Noster High School?
433 students attend Knob Noster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Knob Noster High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knob Noster High School?
Knob Noster High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Knob Noster High School offer ?
Knob Noster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knob Noster High School part of?
Knob Noster High School is part of Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
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