School Overview
Knob Noster High School, located in Knob Noster, Missouri, serves as a central educational institution for a community deeply rooted in its proximity to Whiteman Air Force Base. Because of this unique location, the school maintains a strong partnership with the military community, often welcoming a diverse student body of military-connected families alongside local residents. This dynamic creates a distinct school culture that prioritizes adaptability, inclusivity, and support for students who may frequently transition into and out of the district.

Academically and extracurricularly, the school is committed to fostering a well-rounded environment, offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and college-preparatory coursework. The district emphasizes technology integration and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that leads to higher education, trade schools, or military service. As part of the Knob Noster Public Schools system, the high school strives to maintain a close-knit, community-focused atmosphere that balances the rigorous standards of modern education with the specific needs of its unique military-impacted population.
474
Total Students
35.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White370
Hispanic32
Black21
Asian6
Two or More23
American Indian3
Pacific Islander19
  • White
    370 (78.1%)
  • Hispanic
    32 (6.8%)
  • Two or More
    23 (4.9%)
  • Black
    21 (4.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    19 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.3%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6%)
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: KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
Phone: (660)563-2283
Website: http://www.knobnoster.k12.mo.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 474
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 98
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Grade 9 135
Grade 10 110
Grade 11 124
Grade 12 105

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9135
Grade 10110
Grade 11124
Grade 12105
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KNOB NOSTER HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21745.8%
Male25754.2%