For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 117 students in Delta, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Delta, MO is Delta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Delta, 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 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Delta have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Delta, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Delta High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Delta, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
324 Liberty St
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2511
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2511
Gr: 6-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Delta, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Delta, MO include Delta High School.
How many public high schools are located in Delta?
1 public high schools are located in Delta.
What is the racial composition of students in Delta?
Delta public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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