Joplin High is a public high school in Joplin, Missouri, serving 2,233 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Joplin Schools district, which is ranked 186 out of 376 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Joplin High stands out for its diverse student population, with a higher percentage of minority students compared to nearby schools like Seneca High and Neosho High. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by state assessment tests, is generally lower than the state and district averages, with proficiency rates ranging from 28% in Algebra I to 46.3% in English II. Joplin High also has a higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of students from low-income families.
Despite these challenges, Joplin High has shown signs of improvement over time, with its statewide ranking rising from 366 out of 504 Missouri high schools in 2014-2015 to 170 out of 352 in 2022-2023. The school's performance also varies among different student subgroups, with multi-racial students performing particularly well. The nearby schools, such as Carthage High School and Webb City High, face similar academic and socioeconomic challenges, suggesting that the issues faced by Joplin High may be common in the region. The school's increased per-student spending in recent years indicates a focus on improving resources and support for students.
Joplin Schools
Joplin High ranks 170th of 352 Missouri high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.
Joplin High is fed by the following schools:Elementary : Cecil Floyd ElementaryElementary : Eastmorland ElementaryElementary : Irving ElementaryElementary : Jefferson ElementaryElementary : Kelsey Norman ElementaryElementary : McKinley ElementaryElementary : Royal Heights ElementaryElementary : Soaring Heights ElementaryElementary : Stapleton ElementaryMiddle : East MiddleMiddle : North MiddleMiddle : South Middle
Students at Joplin High are 71% White, 10% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 5% African American, 2% American Indian, 2% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander.
In the 2022-23 school year, 2,233 students attended Joplin High.