School Overview
Knob Noster High School, located in Knob Noster, Missouri, serves as a central educational institution for a community deeply rooted in its proximity to Whiteman Air Force Base. Because of this unique location, the school maintains a strong partnership with the military community, often welcoming a diverse student body of military-connected families alongside local residents. This dynamic creates a distinct school culture that prioritizes adaptability, inclusivity, and support for students who may frequently transition into and out of the district.

Academically and extracurricularly, the school is committed to fostering a well-rounded environment, offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and college-preparatory coursework. The district emphasizes technology integration and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that leads to higher education, trade schools, or military service. As part of the Knob Noster Public Schools system, the high school strives to maintain a close-knit, community-focused atmosphere that balances the rigorous standards of modern education with the specific needs of its unique military-impacted population.
446
Total Students
35.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White368
Hispanic32
Black9
Asian6
Two or More17
American Indian2
Pacific Islander12
  • White
    368 (82.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    32 (7.2 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    12 (2.7 %)
  • Black
    9 (2.0 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
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: KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
Phone: (660)563-2283
Website: http://www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 446
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 98
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Grade 9 130
Grade 10 119
Grade 11 102
Grade 12 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9130
Grade 10119
Grade 11102
Grade 1295
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20245.3%
Male24454.7%