Serving 1,869 students in grades 9-12, Park Hill South High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Hill South High School's student population of 1,869 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
School Rankings
Park Hill South High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Hill South High School is 0.53, 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
#37 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Park Hill South High School's ranking?
Park Hill South High School is ranked #37 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Park Hill South High School often compared to?
Park Hill South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Hill South High School?
The graduation rate of Park Hill South High School is 88%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Park Hill South High School?
1,869 students attend Park Hill South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Park Hill South High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Hill South High School?
Park Hill South High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Park Hill South High School offer ?
Park Hill South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Hill South High School part of?
Park Hill South High School is part of Park Hill School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Well, my son went to this school and I have to say; he very much enjoyed it. He made the football team and passed all of his classes. My boy enjoyed all of his time here. Praise the lord!
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