Kennett High School

Kennett High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1400 W Washington St,  Kennett, MO
Kennett School District
3.2
5.0
506 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Richard Leeker
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
33
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
21
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Pass Rate
15.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
7.3%
State Average
13.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
249:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.7%
Male
47.3%
White
60.8%
Black
26.8%
Hispanic
9.1%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Southeast Missouri State University 108 Students
Arkansas State University 85 Students
University of Missouri 72 Students
Missouri State University 64 Students
Three Rivers Community College - Missouri 52 Students
University of Missouri—St. Louis 28 Students
University of Arkansas 27 Students
Murray State University 23 Students
Saint Louis University 23 Students
Mississippi State University 22 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 41 Students
Psychology 22 Students
Business 20 Students
Biology 16 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 11 Students
Pre-Law Studies 11 Students
Criminology 10 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 9 Students
Psychiatric and Mental Health Services 8 Students
Creative Writing 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 57 Reviews
4.0 Senior
10/30/2018
I like how the teachers get to know the students and dont just hand them work. I feel like the teachers become involved with the students and they dont only help with school work, they aso help with everyday life problems.
3.0 Senior
12/29/2017
It has high potential & some very great people, but I would like to see more fairness and opportunity in this school.
4.0 Sophomore
11/17/2017
Kennett High School is the best high school in Dunklin County Missouri. There is barely any changes that could be added to this school.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 other
2/17/2017
Kennett High offers so much for their students to get involved in. The teachers go above and beyond for their students
5.0 parent
10/6/2008

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Kennett High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Kennett, MO and is served by the Kennett School District in Missouri. The school has a total enrollment of 506 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Kennett High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 92%, and the average ACT score is 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Diagnostic Center, Kennett Christian Academy, Kennett Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Kennett has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kennett High School.

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