Below Average
#1984 of 2,221 schools in MO
Excelsior Springs High
High School · EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40
612 TIGER DR, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,984 of 2,221
In Excelsior Springs
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40
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About Excelsior Springs High
Excelsior Springs High is a public high school in Excelsior Springs, MO, part of EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40. Excelsior Springs High serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelsior Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,984 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Excelsior Springs High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Excelsior Springs High — Students at Excelsior Springs High score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 3.4/10.
How Excelsior Springs High Compares
See how Excelsior Springs 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
612 TIGER DR, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excelsior Springs High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAWSON HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lawson), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Lawson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEARNEY HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Excelsior Springs, see our Excelsior Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 0.2 mi | — |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEM. Lawson | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LAWSON HIGH Lawson | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LAWSON MIDDLE Lawson | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSOURI CITY ELEM. Missouri City | 7.7 mi | — |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 8.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,781
Median Home Value
$185,200
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
15,587
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
38.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| PACIFIC HIGH Pacific, MO | 4.1 |
| ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO | 4.1 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis, MO | 4.0 |
| WARRENSBURG HIGH Warrensburg, MO | 4.2 |
| SENECA HIGH Seneca, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excelsior Springs High
What grades does Excelsior Springs High serve?
Excelsior Springs High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Excelsior Springs High?
Excelsior Springs High has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Springs High?
The student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Springs High is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Excelsior Springs High rank in MO?
Excelsior Springs High ranks #1,984 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Excelsior Springs High's MySchoolScout rating?
Excelsior Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Excelsior Springs High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Excelsior Springs High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Excelsior Springs High a charter school?
No, Excelsior Springs High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Excelsior Springs High a Title I school?
No, Excelsior Springs High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excelsior Springs High?
37.1% of students at Excelsior Springs 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 744
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.9%
- Phone
- (816) 630-9210
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40- District Enrollment
- 2,638
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,560
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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