Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lillian Schumacher 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 39% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lillian Schumacher Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lillian Schumacher 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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#834 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

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

Hispanic
11%
8%

Black
7%
15%

White
72%
68%

Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Lillian Schumacher Elementary School's ranking?
Lillian Schumacher Elementary School is ranked #834 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lillian Schumacher Elementary School?
457 students attend Lillian Schumacher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lillian Schumacher Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lillian Schumacher Elementary School?
Lillian Schumacher Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lillian Schumacher Elementary School offer ?
Lillian Schumacher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lillian Schumacher Elementary School part of?
Lillian Schumacher Elementary School is part of Liberty 53 School District.
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