Average
#846 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 38% in state
Advance High
High School · ADVANCE R-IV
201 SCHOOL STREET, Advance, MO 63730
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#846 of 2,221
In Advance
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
ADVANCE R-IV
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Advance High
Advance High is a public high school in Advance, MO, part of ADVANCE R-IV. Advance High serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Advance High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #846 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Advance High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Advance High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Advance High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Advance High — Students at Advance High score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Advance High Compares
See how Advance High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 SCHOOL STREET, Advance, MO 63730
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advance High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BELL CITY HIGH (rated 9.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Bell City), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLOOMFIELD HIGH (rated 8.3/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ZALMA HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Zalma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Advance, see our Advance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| BELL CITY ELEM. Bell City | 7.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL CITY HIGH Bell City | 7.8 mi | 9.2 |
| LEOPOLD ELEM. Leopold | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| LEOPOLD HIGH Leopold | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ZALMA HIGH Zalma | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ZALMA ELEM. Zalma | 10.0 mi | 7.2 |
| DELTA ELEM. Delta | 11.3 mi | 5.9 |
| DELTA HIGH Delta | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield | 15.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 15.6 mi | 8.3 |
| JUVENILE CTR. Bloomfield | 15.6 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield | 15.6 mi | 4.5 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Marble Hill | 15.1 mi | 4.8 |
| WOODLAND HIGH Marble Hill | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE Marble Hill | 15.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 14.7 mi | — |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee | 14.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH Chaffee | 14.3 mi | 5.0 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 14.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,179
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
3,667
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CABOOL HIGH Cabool, MO | 6.9 |
| PILOT GROVE HIGH Pilot Grove, MO | 6.9 |
| SCHUYLER CO. HIGH Queen City, MO | 6.9 |
| VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH Vandalia, MO | 6.9 |
| HARTVILLE HIGH Hartville, MO | 7.0 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advance High
What grades does Advance High serve?
Advance High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Advance High?
Advance High has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advance High?
The student-teacher ratio at Advance High is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Advance High rank in MO?
Advance High ranks #846 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Advance High's MySchoolScout rating?
Advance High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Advance High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Advance High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Advance High a charter school?
No, Advance High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Advance High a Title I school?
No, Advance High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Advance High?
37.2% of students at Advance High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Stoddard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (573) 722-3584
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
ADVANCE R-IV- District Enrollment
- 426
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,326
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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