North Kansas City High School is a high school in North Kansas City, Missouri, United States, with over 1,900 students enrolled. It is a part of the North Kansas City School District. The first graduating class found of record was in 1917 with three known graduates.
Serving 1,690 students in grades 9-12, North Kansas City 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 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Kansas City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North Kansas City High School's student population of 1,690 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
North Kansas City 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 North Kansas City High School is 0.77, 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
#1149 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
34%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Kansas City High School's ranking?
North Kansas City High School is ranked #1149 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Kansas City High School often compared to?
North Kansas City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Kansas City High School?
The graduation rate of North Kansas City High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Kansas City High School?
1,690 students attend North Kansas City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of North Kansas City High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Kansas City High School?
North Kansas City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Kansas City High School offer ?
North Kansas City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Kansas City High School part of?
North Kansas City High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2021
I am a student who has pursued the IB Diploma option. Having the opportunity to take the IB curriculum for free has been a great experience, as the teachers are attentive, passionate, and understanding to the students'' needs. This education is truly one of a kind. There are many opportunities to get involved in the school's culture, especially as a minority student (two or more races), and the school pride is super exciting, definitely holds up to the expectations of any young student has of high school.
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