School Overview
Carthage High School, located in Carthage, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Carthage R-9 School District. Committed to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through university education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The high school environment emphasizes a balance between rigorous classroom instruction and a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led organizations, which foster a well-rounded educational experience.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Carthage community, maintaining a focus on tradition while adapting to modern educational standards. By leveraging resources provided by the district, Carthage High School encourages students to engage in critical thinking, leadership, and community service. Through its online presence and active administrative support, the school strives to keep parents, students, and community members informed and involved, ensuring a collaborative approach to student achievement and institutional growth.
1,626
Total Students
88.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White785
Hispanic768
Black10
Asian9
Two or More43
American Indian7
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    785 (48.3%)
  • Hispanic
    768 (47.2%)
  • Two or More
    43 (2.6%)
  • Black
    10 (0.6%)
  • Asian
    9 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2%)
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: CARTHAGE R-IX
Phone: (417)359-7020
Website: http://hs.carthagetigers.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,626
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 88.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 834
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 92
Grades Taught
Grade 9 386
Grade 10 393
Grade 11 449
Grade 12 398

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9386
Grade 10393
Grade 11449
Grade 12398
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female81750.2%
Male80949.8%