For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,523 students in 63901, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 63901, MO are Poplar Bluff High School and Shady Grove School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 63901 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 63901, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 63901 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Poplar Bluff High School, with 92% 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 Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 63901, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poplar Bluff High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3209 Oak Grove Road
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 785-6471
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 785-6471
Gr: 9-12 | 1,416 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Shady Grove School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 High St
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9592
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9592
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Poplar Bluff Tech. Career Center
Vocational School
3203 Oak Grove Rd
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 785-2248
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 785-2248
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
9200 Sierra Osage Circle
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9717
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9717
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
9400 Sears Ln
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9280
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 840-9280
Gr: 5-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 63901, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 63901, MO include Poplar Bluff High School and Shady Grove School.
How many public high schools are located in 63901?
5 public high schools are located in 63901.
What is the racial composition of students in 63901?
63901 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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