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Ozark Jr. High School

1109 W Jackson
Ozark, MO 65721
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 981 students in grades 7-8, Ozark Jr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 981 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20% in MO
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ozark Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Ozark Jr. High School's student population of 981 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers

School Rankings

Ozark Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ozark Jr. High School is 0.29, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#255 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
62%
40%
55%
43%
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
84%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Ozark Jr. High School's ranking?
Ozark Jr. High School is ranked #255 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ozark Jr. High School?
981 students attend Ozark Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ozark Jr. High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ozark Jr. High School?
Ozark Jr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ozark Jr. High School offer ?
Ozark Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ozark Jr. High School part of?
Ozark Jr. High School is part of Ozark R-VI School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 981 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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