School Overview
Excelsior Springs High School, located at 612 Tiger Drive in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Excelsior Springs School District (ESSD #40). As the home of the Tigers, the school plays a central role in the local community, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct workforce entry. The school is known for fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both rigorous academic achievement and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Excelsior Springs High School places a strong focus on student development through various athletic programs, fine arts, and career-oriented clubs. By maintaining a connection to the broader district mission—which aims to provide high-quality learning experiences for all students—the high school strives to cultivate critical thinking, character, and school spirit. For students and parents seeking specific information regarding calendars, department resources, or district policies, the school maintains an active web presence at http://www.essd40.com.
787
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White668
Hispanic57
Black12
Asian6
Two or More43
American Indian1
  • White
    668 (84.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    57 (7.2 %)
  • Two or More
    43 (5.5 %)
  • Black
    12 (1.5 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40
Phone: (816)630-9210
Website: http://www.essd40.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 787
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 221
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 65
Grades Taught
Grade 9 219
Grade 10 235
Grade 11 185
Grade 12 148

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9219
Grade 10235
Grade 11185
Grade 12148
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40151%
Male38649%