Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School 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 East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#763 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's ranking?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is ranked #763 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
327 students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offer ?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School part of?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is part of East Carter County R-II School District.
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