A well-preserved Federal-style home built for a notable general, open for tours by appointment.
Bissell Hall serves 31 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bissell Hall ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bissell Hall's student population of 31 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bissell Hall is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
61%
15%
White
36%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bissell Hall often compared to?
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What is the graduation rate of Bissell Hall?
The graduation rate of Bissell Hall is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bissell Hall?
31 students attend Bissell Hall.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bissell Hall students are Black, 36% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bissell Hall?
Bissell Hall has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bissell Hall offer ?
Bissell Hall offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bissell Hall part of?
Bissell Hall is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.
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