Below Average
#365 of 399 private schools in MO
Rockhurst High School
High School
9301 STATE LINE RD, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#365 of 399
In Kansas City
#39 of 39
public schools
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Rockhurst High School
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About Rockhurst High School
Rockhurst High School is a private high school in Kansas City, MO. Rockhurst High School serves approximately 937 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockhurst High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Rockhurst High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Rockhurst High School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rockhurst High School (this school) | 4.6 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH | 3.7 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER | 7.3 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH | 8.4 |
| DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S | — |
| SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U | 5.3 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS | 7.3 |
| RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School | 3.7 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS | 6.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| CONTRACT | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. | 9.0 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| CROSSROADS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.3 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9301 STATE LINE RD, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rockhurst High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. 7933 MAIN ST. (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTER SR. HIGH (rated 3.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Brookwood Elem Leawood | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Corinth Elem Prairie Village | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,643
Median Home Value
$257,400
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
24,464
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.6 |
| REEDS SPRING HIGH Reeds Spring, MO | 4.5 |
| SAVANNAH HIGH Savannah, MO | 4.7 |
| DESOTO SR. HIGH Desoto, MO | 4.4 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| MCCLUER HIGH Florissant, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rockhurst High School
What grades does Rockhurst High School serve?
Rockhurst High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Rockhurst High School?
Rockhurst High School has an enrollment of approximately 937 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockhurst High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rockhurst High School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rockhurst High School rank in MO?
Rockhurst High School ranks #365 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Rockhurst High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rockhurst High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rockhurst High School a private school?
Yes, Rockhurst High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Rockhurst High School a religious school?
Rockhurst High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 937
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 363-2036
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