Parkview High School is a public high school located in Springfield, Missouri. Part of Springfield Public Schools, it was the second high school to have been built in Springfield, after Central High School.
Serving 1,274 students in grades 9-12, Parkview 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 16% (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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Parkview High School's student population of 1,274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Oct 16, 2025
School Motto
#BeParkview
School Rankings
Parkview 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 Parkview High School is 0.57, 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
#1651 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview High School's ranking?
Parkview High School is ranked #1651 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Parkview High School often compared to?
Parkview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kickapoo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% 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 Parkview High School?
The graduation rate of Parkview High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Parkview High School?
1,274 students attend Parkview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Parkview High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkview High School?
Parkview High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parkview High School offer ?
Parkview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkview High School part of?
Parkview High School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkview High School located?
Parkview High School is located in the Fassnight neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Fassnight.
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