Serving 343 students in grades 3-5, Doniphan Intermediate ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doniphan Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Doniphan Intermediate's student population of 343 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Doniphan Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doniphan Intermediate is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#930 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doniphan Intermediate's ranking?
Doniphan Intermediate is ranked #930 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Doniphan Intermediate?
343 students attend Doniphan Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Doniphan Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doniphan Intermediate?
Doniphan Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Doniphan Intermediate offer ?
Doniphan Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Doniphan Intermediate part of?
Doniphan Intermediate is part of Doniphan R-I School District.
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