For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 508 students in Saint James, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Saint James, MO is St. James High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint James, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Saint James have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Saint James, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is St. James High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Saint James, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. James High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 E Scioto
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Saint James, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Saint James, MO include St. James High School.
How many public high schools are located in Saint James?
1 public high schools are located in Saint James.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint James?
Saint James public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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