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#1714 of 2,221 schools in MO
Raytown South Sr. High
High School · RAYTOWN C-2
8211 STERLING AVE, Raytown, MO 64138
Enrollment
1,179
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,179
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,714 of 2,221
In Raytown
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
RAYTOWN C-2
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Raytown South Sr. High
Raytown South Sr. High is a public high school in Raytown, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Raytown South Sr.
High serves approximately 1,179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Raytown South Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,714 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Raytown South Sr. High show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.2
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Raytown South 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.
Score Breakdown
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Raytown South Sr. High — Students at Raytown South Sr. High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
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: 8.8/10.
How Raytown South Sr. High Compares
See how Raytown South Sr. 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
8211 STERLING AVE, Raytown, MO 64138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raytown South Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raytown, see our Raytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,619
Median Home Value
$164,900
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
24,830
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WARRENTON HIGH Warrenton, MO | 5.0 |
| FORT OSAGE HIGH Independence, MO | 4.9 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis, MO | 4.9 |
| GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview, MO | 4.9 |
| MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson, MO | 5.1 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raytown South Sr. High
What grades does Raytown South Sr. High serve?
Raytown South Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Raytown South Sr. High?
Raytown South Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raytown South Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Raytown South Sr. High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raytown South Sr. High rank in MO?
Raytown South Sr. High ranks #1,714 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Raytown South Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Raytown South Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Raytown South Sr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raytown South Sr. High has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Raytown South Sr. High a charter school?
No, Raytown South Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raytown South Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Raytown South Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raytown South Sr. High?
61.5% of students at Raytown South 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (816) 268-7330
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
Resources & Links
District
RAYTOWN C-2- District Enrollment
- 7,953
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,743
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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