Serving 505 students in grades 2-3, Carl Junction Primary 2-3 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Junction Primary 2-3's student population of 505 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
505 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
8%
8%

Black
n/a
15%

White
81%
68%

Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Junction Primary 2-3's ranking?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is ranked #454 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
505 students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Carl Junction Primary 2-3 students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offer ?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Carl Junction Primary 2-3 part of?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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