Serving 102 students in grades 6-12, Otterville 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Otterville High School's student population of 102 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Empowering our students to conquer tomorrow's challenges.
School Rankings
Otterville 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 Otterville High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
95%
67%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otterville High School's ranking?
Otterville High School is ranked #1778 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Otterville High School?
The graduation rate of Otterville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Otterville High School?
102 students attend Otterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Otterville High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otterville High School?
Otterville High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Otterville High School offer ?
Otterville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otterville High School part of?
Otterville High School is part of Otterville R-VI School District.
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