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#675 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 30% in state

Hollister High

High School · HOLLISTER R-V

2112 STATE HWY BB, Hollister, MO 65672

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#675 of 2,221

In Hollister

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

HOLLISTER R-V

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Hollister High

7.2/10

High School in Hollister · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hollister Middle

7.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Hollister High

Hollister High is a public high school in Hollister, MO, part of HOLLISTER R-V. Hollister High serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollister High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Hollister High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation9.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,706
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

Hollister High — Students at Hollister High score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 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
27%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
24.5%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
31.8%
2025
Math
42.8%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Hollister High Compares

See how Hollister High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
70th percentile in MO
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
10
4 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.4% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
4 boys'·6 girls'·22 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

2112 STATE HWY BB, Hollister, MO 65672

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollister High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORSYTH HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Forsyth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRANSON HIGH (rated 4.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Branson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLLISTER MIDDLE Hollister 0.1 mi 7.3
HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister 0.5 mi 7.1
HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister 0.5 mi 6.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hollister 1.3 mi 7.3
KIRBYVILLE ELEM. Kirbyville 1.5 mi 6.5
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout 2.6 mi 6.4
BRANSON JR. HIGH Branson 3.4 mi 7.7
KIRBYVILLE MIDDLE Kirbyville 3.4 mi 9.2
CEDAR RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Branson 3.9 mi 7.0
CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson 3.9 mi 7.2
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson 4.0 mi 7.8
TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson 4.7 mi 4.9
BRANSON HIGH Branson 5.7 mi 4.4
BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson 6.0 mi 4.8
BUCHANAN INTERMEDIATE Branson 6.2 mi 6.8
FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth 6.6 mi 6.5
FORSYTH HIGH Forsyth 6.6 mi 7.6
FORSYTH MIDDLE Forsyth 6.6 mi 7.2
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth 7.6 mi 8.1
OMAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 12.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,407

Median Home Value

$172,600

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

8,512

College Educated

25.8%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

41.5

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School Rating
CENTRALIA HIGH Centralia, MO 7.2
ELDON HIGH Eldon, MO 7.2
FREDERICKTOWN HIGH Fredericktown, MO 7.2
ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 7.2
ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 7.2
WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs, MO 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollister High

What grades does Hollister High serve?

Hollister High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Hollister High?

Hollister High has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollister High?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollister High is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollister High rank in MO?

Hollister High ranks #675 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hollister High's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollister High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Hollister High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollister High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hollister High a charter school?

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

Is Hollister High a Title I school?

No, Hollister High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hollister High?

56.5% of students at Hollister 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Taney County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

HOLLISTER R-V
District Enrollment
1,341
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,706
District Rank
#2 of 4

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