Holt County Schools & Education
Holt County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
42/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
82.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,173
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
42/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#62
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Holt County
School Verdict
Holt County has average school quality (score: 42/100) with a graduation rate of 82.9%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Holt County spends $8,173 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Holt County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 3% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 8.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 29% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Holt County, Missouri
Small-Scale Schooling in Holt County
Holt County's educational landscape is comprised of eight public schools serving a total of 723 students across three districts. The system includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
High Investment in Small Student Populations
Holt County spends $8,173 per pupil, significantly outstripping the state average of $6,334. Although the graduation rate of 82.9% is currently below state and national benchmarks, the county score of 52.3 remains near the state median.
Mound City and South Holt Lead
South Holt Co. R-I and Mound City R-II are the two primary districts, serving 280 and 276 students respectively. There are zero charter schools in the county, maintaining a traditional public school focus for every student.
The Definition of Rural Education
All eight schools in the county are located in rural settings, featuring a very small average size of just 90 students. South Holt High is the largest school in the county, yet it only enrolls 145 students.
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School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Holt County
Total Enrollment
723
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Holt County
SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I
MOUND CITY R-II
CRAIG R-III
8 Public Schools in Holt County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH HOLT HIGH | SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I | 7–12 | High | 145 |
| SOUTH HOLT ELEM. | SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I | PK–6 | Primary | 135 |
| MOUND CITY ELEM. | MOUND CITY R-II | PK–4 | Primary | 113 |
| NODAWAY-HOLT ELEM. | NODAWAY-HOLT R-VII | KG–6 | Primary | 112 |
| MOUND CITY HIGH | MOUND CITY R-II | 9–12 | High | 87 |
| MOUND CITY MIDDLE | MOUND CITY R-II | 5–8 | Middle | 76 |
| CRAIG ELEM. | CRAIG R-III | KG–6 | Primary | 34 |
| CRAIG HIGH | CRAIG R-III | 7–12 | High | 21 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,173
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Holt County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Holt County, Missouri?
Holt County's educational landscape is comprised of eight public schools serving a total of 723 students across three districts. The system includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
How do schools in Holt County perform academically?
Holt County spends $8,173 per pupil, significantly outstripping the state average of $6,334. Although the graduation rate of 82.9% is currently below state and national benchmarks, the county score of 52.3 remains near the state median.
What are the major school districts in Holt County, Missouri?
South Holt Co. R-I and Mound City R-II are the two primary districts, serving 280 and 276 students respectively. There are zero charter schools in the county, maintaining a traditional public school focus for every student.
What is the school experience like in Holt County?
All eight schools in the county are located in rural settings, featuring a very small average size of just 90 students. South Holt High is the largest school in the county, yet it only enrolls 145 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Holt County, Missouri?
For families who value extremely small class sizes and high per-pupil investment, Holt County is a prime location. Explore homes near Mound City to take advantage of these intimate and well-funded educational environments.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.