Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Willow Springs 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Willow Springs High School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Willow Springs 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 Willow Springs High School is 0.15, 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
#1522 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Springs High School's ranking?
Willow Springs High School is ranked #1522 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Willow Springs High School often compared to?
Willow Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Sr. High School, West Plains Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willow Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Willow Springs High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Willow Springs High School?
370 students attend Willow Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Willow Springs High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Springs High School?
Willow Springs High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willow Springs High School offer ?
Willow Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Springs High School part of?
Willow Springs High School is part of Willow Springs R-IV School District.
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