Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, East Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 739 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Elementary School 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 East Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#468 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #468 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
739 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Jackson R-II School District.
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