Serving 249 students in grades 9-12, Caruthersville 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caruthersville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Caruthersville High School's student population of 249 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Caruthersville 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 Caruthersville High School is 0.61, 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
#1797 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
45%
15%
White
43%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Caruthersville High School's ranking?
Caruthersville High School is ranked #1797 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Caruthersville High School often compared to?
Caruthersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta C-7 High School, Cooter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caruthersville High School?
The graduation rate of Caruthersville High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Caruthersville High School?
249 students attend Caruthersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Caruthersville High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caruthersville High School?
Caruthersville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Caruthersville High School offer ?
Caruthersville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caruthersville High School part of?
Caruthersville High School is part of Caruthersville 18 School District.
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