District Overview
Situated at 401 E. Wimer in Knob Noster, Missouri, the Knob Noster R-VIII School District operates as a thriving, traditional public school system serving families in a distant town setting within the greater Warrensburg region. Spanning four operational campuses, the district provides a comprehensive educational journey for learners from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. Knob Noster R-VIII nurtures an active student body of 2,007 enrolled children and young adults, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that reflects a diverse mix of local and military-connected families across its primary and secondary school levels.

The district's academic mission is driven by a robust workforce of more than 505 full-time equivalent staff members. Classroom instruction is anchored by nearly 280 dedicated full-time teachers, who are complemented by 32 instructional aides and supported by 194 specialized support staff handling operations, health, administration, and student services. For prospective parents, enrolled students, and educational researchers examining town-based district dynamics, Knob Noster R-VIII offers a highly staffed, community-centered environment tailored to student success. Additional district resources and program updates can be explored directly through their official portal at www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us.
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Total Schools
2,007
Total Students
279.8
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
Demographic Student Count
White1,486
Hispanic180
Black86
Asian20
Two or More163
American Indian19
Pacific Islander53
  • White
    1,486 (74.0%)
  • Hispanic
    180 (9.0%)
  • Two or More
    163 (8.1%)
  • Black
    86 (4.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    53 (2.6%)
  • Asian
    20 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    19 (0.9%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:2,007*
Teachers (FTE):279.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
Found 4 Schools