Serving 51 students in grades 6-12, Hume High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hume High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hume High School's student population of 51 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Hornet colors unspecified.
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and training today; embracing tomorrow's opportunities.
School Rankings
Hume High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hume High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
White
88%
67%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hume High School's ranking?
Hume High School is ranked #950 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hume High School?
The graduation rate of Hume High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hume High School?
51 students attend Hume High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hume High School students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hume High School?
Hume High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hume High School offer ?
Hume High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hume High School part of?
Hume High School is part of Hume R-VIII School District.
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