Serving 183 students in grades 7-12, Advance High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Advance High School's student population of 183 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Advance High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Advance High School is 0.06, 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
#499 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advance High School's ranking?
Advance High School is ranked #499 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Advance High School often compared to?
Advance High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomfield High School, Dexter High School, Bell City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Advance High School?
The graduation rate of Advance High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Advance High School?
183 students attend Advance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Advance High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Advance High School?
Advance High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Advance High School offer ?
Advance High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Advance High School part of?
Advance High School is part of Advance R-IV School District.
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