For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 103 students in Cardwell, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Cardwell, MO is Southland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cardwell, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Cardwell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Cardwell, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southland High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Cardwell, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Main
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3531
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3531
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cardwell, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cardwell, MO include Southland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cardwell?
1 public high schools are located in Cardwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Cardwell?
Cardwell public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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