KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH SCHOOL

KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the KIRKSVILLE R-III school district, located in KIRKSVILLE, MO with about 761 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 48 teachers, KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kirksville Senior High School, located at 1300 S. Cottage Grove in Kirksville, Missouri, serves as the primary public secondary education institution for the Kirksville R-III School District. As the sole high school for the community, it acts as a central hub for academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities for students in grades 9–12. The school is known for being deeply integrated into the local Kirksville culture, often collaborating with nearby Truman State University and A.T. Still University to provide students with enhanced educational opportunities and resources.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce. In addition to core academic subjects, Kirksville High provides a variety of elective options, including vocational and technical training, fine arts, and a competitive athletic program known as the Tigers. By fostering a traditional school environment within a small-city setting, the institution emphasizes community involvement, school spirit, and a commitment to helping students achieve success in their transition from adolescence to adulthood.

For more information, contact KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH at (660) 665-4631 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.