FATIMA HIGH

OSAGE CO. R-III
143 E MAIN
WESTPHALIA, MO 65085
493 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Fatima High School, located in Westphalia, Missouri, is a private, faith-based secondary institution serving the local Catholic community. As the home of the "Comets," the school is deeply integrated into the culture of Osage County, emphasizing a values-driven education that balances rigorous academic preparation with religious instruction. The school is known for fostering a close-knit community environment where students are encouraged to develop both intellectually and spiritually, often maintaining strong traditions and a high level of parental and parish involvement.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Fatima High School maintains a competitive extracurricular program, including athletics, clubs, and service-oriented activities. By focusing on the "whole person," the institution aims to prepare its graduates not only for post-secondary education but also for responsible citizenship rooted in Catholic principles. With its small-town setting and long-standing history, the school serves as a central hub for student life and community engagement in the Westphalia area.
493
Total Students
32.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    489 (99.2 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.8 %)
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: OSAGE CO. R-III
Phone: (573)455-2550
Website: http://www.fatimacomets.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 34
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 38
Grade 8 48
Grade 9 93
Grade 10 106
Grade 11 104
Grade 12 104
Gender Ratio
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High School 7th - 12th