Facts

Kirkwood High School students enjoy a rich tradition of academic excellence and a strong commitment to the arts as well as a history of athletic success. To be a student at Kirkwood High School is to exhibit excellence in the classroom, on the field, court, stage or in the community.

Characteristics

• Grades 9-12
• Total Enrollment: 1,750
• First Graduating Class: 1897, 10 students
• Senior Class of 2007: 441
• Student/teacher ratio: 18:1
• Rate of Attendance 92%
• Graduation Rate – 92.5%
• Composite ACT Score 23.9
• 2007 National Merit Students: 5
• 2007 National Merit Commended Students: 10
• 2007 National Achievement Commended Student: 1

Faculty

• Average years of experience 13.7 Years
• Teachers with Advanced Degrees – 82%