Serving 1,240 students in grades 9-12, Ruskin 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 13% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruskin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruskin High School's student population of 1,240 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Mascot
Golden Eagles
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Colors
Black, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Ruskin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruskin High School is 0.56, 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
#1656 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
63%
15%
White
9%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 Ruskin High School's ranking?
Ruskin High School is ranked #1656 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ruskin High School often compared to?
Ruskin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Sr. High School, Raytown South Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruskin High School?
The graduation rate of Ruskin High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ruskin High School?
1,240 students attend Ruskin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ruskin High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruskin High School?
Ruskin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ruskin High School offer ?
Ruskin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruskin High School part of?
Ruskin High School is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruskin High School located?
Ruskin High School is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 12 other public schools located in South Kansas City.
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