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Very Good

#747 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 34% in state

Ozark High

High School · OZARK R-VI

1350 W BLUFF DR, Ozark, MO 65721

Enrollment

1,795

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#747 of 2,221

In Ozark

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

OZARK R-VI

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ozark High

7.1/10

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

Ozark Jr. High

8.1/10

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About Ozark High

Ozark High is a public high school in Ozark, MO, part of OZARK R-VI. Ozark High serves approximately 1,795 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ozark High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Ozark High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation10%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,197
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Ozark High — Students at Ozark High score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.3% (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
67%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
87%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
46.8%
ELA
63.4%
2025
Math
50.1%
ELA
65.7%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Ozark High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MO
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.3
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
114 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
10% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·84 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·46 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

1350 W BLUFF DR, Ozark, MO 65721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ozark High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OZARK JR. HIGH (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ozark, see our Ozark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark 0.4 mi 8.1
OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark 1.1 mi 7.6
OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark 1.4 mi 8.2
NORTH ELEM. Ozark 1.5 mi 9.1
SOUTH ELEM. Ozark 2.0 mi 7.9
EAST ELEM. Ozark 2.6 mi 6.1
WEST ELEM. Ozark 3.1 mi 6.3
SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa 2.9 mi 7.0
HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa 3.0 mi 6.9
CENTURY ELEM. Nixa 3.6 mi 6.9
JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa 4.1 mi 5.5
NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa 4.3 mi 7.2
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa 4.4 mi 4.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa 4.4 mi 4.8
ESPY ELEM. Nixa 5.5 mi 7.8
MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa 5.6 mi 7.8
NIXA HIGH Nixa 5.9 mi 6.3
NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa 6.3 mi 7.3
CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield 7.2 mi 7.4
HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville 7.7 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,552

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$991/mo

Population

34,112

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

38.1

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BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs, MO 7.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ozark High

What grades does Ozark High serve?

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

How many students attend Ozark High?

Ozark High has an enrollment of approximately 1,795 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ozark High?

The student-teacher ratio at Ozark High is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ozark High rank in MO?

Ozark High ranks #747 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Ozark High's MySchoolScout rating?

Ozark High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Ozark High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ozark High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ozark High a charter school?

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

Is Ozark High a Title I school?

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

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

25.0% of students at Ozark 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,795
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
114
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Christian County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

OZARK R-VI
District Enrollment
5,964
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,197
District Rank
#6 of 8

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