For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 5,311 students in Cass County, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in Cass County, MO are Briarwood School, Belton High School and Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cass County, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Cass County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Cass County, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pleasant Hill High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Cass County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 S James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Belton High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 W. North Avenue
Belton, MO 64012
(816) 489-7500
Belton, MO 64012
(816) 489-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20801 School Rd
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1400
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Harrisonville High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1504 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3273
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Archie High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
302 W State Rte A
Archie, MO 64725
(816) 293-5312
Archie, MO 64725
(816) 293-5312
Gr: 6-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Pleasant Hill High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Rooster Way
Pleasant Hill, MO 64080
(816) 540-3111
Pleasant Hill, MO 64080
(816) 540-3111
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Midway High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5801 E State Rte 2
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Gr: 7-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Cass Career Center
Vocational School
1600 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3253
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3253
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Everett Wade Juvenile Center
Alternative School
503 S Lexington
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Gr: K-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
17205 E. State Rt. 58 Highway
Raymore, MO 64083
(816) 388-4200
Raymore, MO 64083
(816) 388-4200
Gr: 9 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cass County, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cass County, MO include Briarwood School, Belton High School and Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cass County?
10 public high schools are located in Cass County.
What is the racial composition of students in Cass County?
Cass County public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Cass County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Cass County include: Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School vs. Harrisonville High School, Cass Career Center vs. Harrisonville High School, Pleasant Hill High School vs. Harrisonville High School
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