Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, Warrenton 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 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warrenton High School's student population of 974 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Success
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Warrenton 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 Warrenton High School is 0.27, 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
#961 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
85%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warrenton High School's ranking?
Warrenton High School is ranked #961 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Warrenton High School often compared to?
Warrenton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warrenton High School?
The graduation rate of Warrenton High School is 87%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Warrenton High School?
974 students attend Warrenton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Warrenton High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warrenton High School?
Warrenton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Warrenton High School offer ?
Warrenton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warrenton High School part of?
Warrenton High School is part of Warren County R-III School District.
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