Serving 137 students in grades 9-12, Clopton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clopton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Clopton High School's student population of 137 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Clopton Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clopton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clopton High School is 0.08, 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
#409 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
67%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clopton High School's ranking?
Clopton High School is ranked #409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clopton High School?
The graduation rate of Clopton High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clopton High School?
137 students attend Clopton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Clopton High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clopton High School?
Clopton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clopton High School offer ?
Clopton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clopton High School part of?
Clopton High School is part of Pike County R-III School District.
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