Park Hill South High

Park Hill South High serves 1,869 students in grades 9 through 12 in Riverside, Missouri, operating with a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1 across 107 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public high school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #276 out of 2,234 Missouri schools, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide. The school's academic achievements are particularly notable, with an impressive 9.8 out of 10 academic score.

Students show solid proficiency rates with 72% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and Reading, while 69% demonstrate proficiency in Mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success. Park Hill South High draws from a diverse community in the 64150 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $48,094 and median home values reach $265,100.

About 35% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, contributing to an environment that values education. The school serves a community where nearly a quarter of families face economic challenges, making its strong academic performance particularly meaningful. The campus is situated in a large suburban setting along NW River Park Drive, providing students with both suburban amenities and access to the greater Kansas City metropolitan area's opportunities and resources.