What grades does MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH serve?

MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH is a High school serving students in ANDERSON, MO. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH located?

MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH is located at ANDERSON, MO in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH?

MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH has a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1.

What schools are in ANDERSON, MO?

ANDERSON, MO is served by the local school district. MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH is one of the High schools in the area.

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MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH — School Calendar 2026-27

High|ANDERSON, Missouri|MCDONALD CO. R-I

ANDERSON, MO 64831

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Mon

First Day of School!Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Aug

Fri

No Classes - Teacher PD DayStaff Day

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Sep

Mon

Labor Day - No SchoolHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Thu

School Board MeetingEvent

Sep

Mon

No School - 4-Day School WeekEvent

No School - 4-Day School Week

Sep

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No School - 4-Day School WeekEvent

No School - 4-Day School Week

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,119

Student:Teacher

15.5:1

Locale

Rural

District

MCDONALD CO. R-I

Econ. Disadvantaged

64.8%

Phone

(417)845-3322

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

52%

63th percentile in MO

Math Proficiency

15%

11th percentile in MO

Graduation Rate

92%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

8 courses offered

102 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

86 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

90 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

243 test takers

Athletics

17 sports, 17 teams

443 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1

Worse than average in MO

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

93% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,363

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,529

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,006

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 48%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

35.2%

Below 150% poverty line

5.9%

Unemployment rate

20.7%

Uninsured residents

21.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

653

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

597

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

53%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

271 (45%)

Other Health Impairment

106 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

70 (12%)

Autism

50 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

22 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

21 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,075

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School!

Event

Fri, Aug 28, 2026

No Classes - Teacher PD Day

Staff Day

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Labor Day - No School

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No School All schools will be closed for the Labor Day holiday.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	No Classes - Parent/Teacher Conferences Parent/Teacher conferences will take place throughout the day. There are no classes for any McDonald County students.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No Classes - Teacher PD Day No classes for McDonald County students. Teachers will be going through professional development training.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No School Enjoy your Thanksgiving break this entire week!	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	No School - 4-Day School Week No School - 4-Day School Week	Event	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Christmas Break - No School Enjoy your Christmas Break!Classes to resume on Tuesday, January 5	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No Classes - Teacher PD Day No classes for McDonald County Students. Teachers will be going through professional development training.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Classes for all students resume School is back in session for the second semester!	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, May 13, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	School Board Meeting	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH

MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH has a total enrollment of 1,119 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in ANDERSON, MO.