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Rolla Sr. High

High School · ROLLA 31

900 BULLDOG RUN, Rolla, MO 65401

Enrollment

1,383

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,386 of 2,221

In Rolla

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

ROLLA 31

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

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About Rolla Sr. High

Rolla Sr. High is a public high school in Rolla, MO, part of ROLLA 31. Rolla Sr.

High serves approximately 1,383 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rolla Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,386 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Rolla Sr. High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,353
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Rolla Sr. High — Students at Rolla Sr. High score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (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
32%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
84.5%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
25.9%
ELA
47.8%
2025
Math
33%
ELA
49.6%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Rolla Sr. High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·40 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

900 BULLDOG RUN, Rolla, MO 65401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rolla Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST. JAMES HIGH (rated 8.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIENNA HIGH (rated 8.3/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWBURG HIGH (rated 5.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Newburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rolla, see our Rolla schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla 0.6 mi 4.6
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla 0.6 mi 7.2
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla 0.8 mi 4.0
ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla 0.8 mi 4.9
ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla 1.0 mi 4.8
B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla 1.3 mi 3.8
COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla 1.4 mi 6.6
ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla 1.5 mi
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg 7.6 mi 5.7
NEWBURG HIGH Newburg 7.6 mi 5.5
ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James 8.5 mi 8.2
ST. JAMES HIGH St. James 9.0 mi 8.8
LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James 9.0 mi 6.6
GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James 10.9 mi 7.9
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 17.1 mi 6.5
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 17.3 mi 8.4
VIENNA ELEM. Vienna 18.9 mi 8.6
VIENNA HIGH Vienna 18.9 mi 8.3
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna 18.9 mi 5.2
VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna 19.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,768

Median Home Value

$206,500

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

32,476

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.5

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PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City, MO 5.8
CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph, MO 5.7
WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence, MO 5.9
LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rolla Sr. High

What grades does Rolla Sr. High serve?

Rolla Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Rolla Sr. High?

Rolla Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,383 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Rolla Sr. High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rolla Sr. High rank in MO?

Rolla Sr. High ranks #1,386 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Rolla Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Rolla Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Rolla Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rolla Sr. High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rolla Sr. High a charter school?

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

Is Rolla Sr. High a Title I school?

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

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

41.1% of students at Rolla 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
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,383
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Phelps County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

ROLLA 31
District Enrollment
4,202
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,353
District Rank
#2 of 6

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