Serving 1,693 students in grades 9-12, Waynesville Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesville Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waynesville Sr. High School's student population of 1,693 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Rankings
Waynesville Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesville Sr. High School is 0.60, 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
#883 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
60%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Waynesville Sr. High School's ranking?
Waynesville Sr. High School is ranked #883 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Waynesville Sr. High School often compared to?
Waynesville Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School, Dixon High School, Laquey R-v High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waynesville Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Waynesville Sr. High School is 91%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waynesville Sr. High School?
1,693 students attend Waynesville Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Waynesville Sr. High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesville Sr. High School?
Waynesville Sr. High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waynesville Sr. High School offer ?
Waynesville Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynesville Sr. High School part of?
Waynesville Sr. High School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
School Reviews
2 11/16/2015
School officials attempt to maintain a certain image and in doing so ignores massive issues, such as bullying. When confronted they tend to target certain kids, military/veteran kids who have issues such as depression, anxiety, etc. Not enough adults at the HS and too many are related and share same church and social circle to get fair and unbiased treatment. Too much money and attention spent on sports instead of academics.
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