Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Plata Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Plata Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
La Plata Elementary School's student population of 146 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Plata 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 La Plata Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#957 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
99%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Plata Elementary School's ranking?
La Plata Elementary School is ranked #957 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend La Plata Elementary School?
146 students attend La Plata Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of La Plata Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Plata Elementary School?
La Plata Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Plata Elementary School offer ?
La Plata Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Plata Elementary School part of?
La Plata Elementary School is part of La Plata R-II School District.
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