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North Co. Sr. High

High School · NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

7151 RAIDER RD, Bonne Terre, MO 63628

Enrollment

879

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,530 of 2,221

In Bonne Terre

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I

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North Co. Sr. High

5.4/10

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

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5.9/10

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5.4/10

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About North Co. Sr. High

North Co. Sr. High is a public high school in Bonne Terre, MO, part of NORTH ST.

FRANCOIS CO. R-I. North Co.

Sr. High serves approximately 879 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Co.

Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,530 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for North Co.

Sr. High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Co. Sr. High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

North Co. Sr. 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,823
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

North Co. Sr. High — Students at North Co. Sr. High score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2024
ELA
37.6%
2025
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How North Co. Sr. High Compares

See how North Co. Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in MO
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
19
7 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics19sports offered
7 boys'·12 girls'·19 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

7151 RAIDER RD, Bonne Terre, MO 63628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Co. Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISMARCK R-V HIGH (rated 6.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Bismarck), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bonne Terre, see our Bonne Terre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 0.7 mi 5.9
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 2.3 mi 5.4
NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge 2.5 mi 4.9
NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge 2.5 mi 3.7
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 3.3 mi 6.2
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 4.3 mi 7.2
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 4.4 mi
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 4.5 mi 6.9
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 4.9 mi 6.4
WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills 5.4 mi 5.8
WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills 5.5 mi 7.0
WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills 5.8 mi 8.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 8.2 mi 7.1
SUNRISE ELEM. Desoto 9.6 mi 8.2
JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington 9.6 mi 7.0
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington 10.1 mi 5.8
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 10.2 mi 4.7
WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington 10.3 mi 5.1
BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck 10.7 mi 5.3
BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck 10.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,237

Median Home Value

$171,000

Median Rent

$698/mo

Population

15,864

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Co. Sr. High

What grades does North Co. Sr. High serve?

North Co. Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Co. Sr. High?

North Co. Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 879 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Co. Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at North Co. Sr. High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Co. Sr. High rank in MO?

North Co. Sr. High ranks #1,530 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is North Co. Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

North Co. Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 North Co. Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Co. Sr. High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Co. Sr. High a charter school?

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

Is North Co. Sr. High a Title I school?

No, North Co. Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Co. Sr. High?

38.3% of students at North Co. Sr. 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
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
879
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

NORTH ST. FRANCOIS CO. R-I
District Enrollment
2,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
District Rank
#3 of 5

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