LA PLATA HIGH
146 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
La Plata High School, located at 201 W. Moore in La Plata, Missouri, serves as the central secondary education hub for the local community within the La Plata R-II School District. As a smaller, rural school, it is deeply integrated into the fabric of the town, focusing on providing a personalized educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school maintains a strong emphasis on core academics while fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage with their teachers and peers closely.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school typically emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-focused initiatives. By leveraging its size to create a tight-knit campus culture, La Plata High School aims to balance rigorous academic standards with the values and traditions of a close-knit Missouri community. For more specific details regarding their curriculum, faculty, or current events, interested individuals can visit their official website at http://laplata.k12.mo.us.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school typically emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-focused initiatives. By leveraging its size to create a tight-knit campus culture, La Plata High School aims to balance rigorous academic standards with the values and traditions of a close-knit Missouri community. For more specific details regarding their curriculum, faculty, or current events, interested individuals can visit their official website at http://laplata.k12.mo.us.
146
Total Students
17.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 144 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
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White144 (98.6 %)
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Hispanic1 (0.7 %)
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Asian1 (0.7 %)
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: | LA PLATA R-II |
| Phone: | (660)332-7001 |
| Website: | http://laplata.k12.mo.us |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 146 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 36 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 16 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
21
Grade 8
20
Grade 9
31
Grade 10
30
Grade 11
28
Grade 12
16
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 21 |
| Grade 8 | 20 |
| Grade 9 | 31 |
| Grade 10 | 30 |
| Grade 11 | 28 |
| Grade 12 | 16 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 85 | 58.2% |
| Male | 61 | 41.8% |
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