To go along with that, there's a new list of the best high schools in Missouri for the upcoming 2026/2027 school year based on a number of important metrics. When you're trying to measure how good (or not) a high school is, it's vital to consider a number of different factors that affect a student's educational experience. Here are the high schools in Missouri that have the best teachers, college preparation, safety and variety of extra-curricular activities that make them the highest-rated in the state. 50 Best Missouri High Schools for 2026-2027 Gallery Credit: Google Maps Street ViewI was surprised to see the Missouri high school that I graduated from didn't make the top 50 list. I'm sure that the students today, especially those at these top 50 Missouri high schools, will one day be able to look back and say the same.