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Carl Junction High School

High School · CARL JUNCTION R-I

206 S Roney, Carl Junction, MO 64834

Enrollment

975

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,105 of 2,221

In Carl Junction

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

CARL JUNCTION R-I

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Carl Junction High School

6.4/10

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About Carl Junction High School

Carl Junction High School is a public high school in Carl Junction, MO, part of CARL JUNCTION R-I. Carl Junction High School serves approximately 975 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl Junction High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,105 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Carl Junction High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation4.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,794
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Carl Junction High School — Students at Carl Junction High School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
64.5%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
70%
2024
Math
39.5%
ELA
60.4%
2025
Math
44%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Carl Junction High School Compares

See how Carl Junction High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
20
9 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
4.7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
9 boys'·11 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

206 S Roney, Carl Junction, MO 64834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carl Junction High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Joplin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEBB CITY HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Webb City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carl Junction, see our Carl Junction schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Carl Junction Jr. High Carl Junction 0.1 mi 7.0
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction 0.4 mi 3.5
Carl Junction Intermediate Carl Junction 0.5 mi 7.1
Carl Junction Satellite School Carl Junction 0.5 mi
Carl Junction Primary K-1 Carl Junction 0.5 mi 4.6
JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin 6.4 mi 4.4
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City 5.5 mi 8.5
Dover Hill Elementary Joplin 6.2 mi 6.4
NORTH MIDDLE Joplin 6.7 mi 3.8
WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City 5.9 mi 6.3
WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City 6.1 mi 6.5
WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City 6.1 mi 5.6
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City 6.4 mi 3.6
ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 6.9 mi 6.7
HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City 6.3 mi 3.2
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City 6.4 mi 5.5
MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin 7.5 mi 7.6
ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin 7.5 mi 7.5
WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 6.5 mi 5.2
GATEWAY SCHOOL Joplin 7.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,682

Median Home Value

$200,300

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

10,476

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

35.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CLINTON SR. HIGH Clinton, MO 6.4
SALEM SR. HIGH Salem, MO 6.4
Orchard Farm High School St. Charles, MO 6.5
PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield, MO 6.5
SULLIVAN SR. HIGH Sullivan, MO 6.3
WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City, MO 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carl Junction High School

What grades does Carl Junction High School serve?

Carl Junction High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Carl Junction High School?

Carl Junction High School has an enrollment of approximately 975 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl Junction High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carl Junction High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carl Junction High School rank in MO?

Carl Junction High School ranks #1,105 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Carl Junction High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carl Junction High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Carl Junction High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl Junction High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carl Junction High School a charter school?

No, Carl Junction High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carl Junction High School a Title I school?

No, Carl Junction High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl Junction High School?

35.7% of students at Carl Junction High School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
975
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Jasper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

CARL JUNCTION R-I
District Enrollment
3,454
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,794
District Rank
#3 of 5

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