Piney Ridge Center serves 38 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 26% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
21%
15%
White
74%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Piney Ridge Center?
38 students attend Piney Ridge Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Piney Ridge Center students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Piney Ridge Center offer ?
Piney Ridge Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Piney Ridge Center part of?
Piney Ridge Center is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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