For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,634 students in 64836, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 64836, MO is Carthage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64836 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64836, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64836 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carthage High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64836, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carthage High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 South River
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7020
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7020
Grades: 9-12
| 1,634 students
Rank: n/an/a
Carthage Technical Center
Vocational School
1100 E. Airport Drive
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7026
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7026
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64836, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64836, MO include Carthage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64836?
2 public high schools are located in 64836.
What is the racial composition of students in 64836?
64836 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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