Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcgregor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgregor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcgregor Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgregor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgregor Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1953 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
58%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgregor Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgregor Elementary School is ranked #1953 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mcgregor Elementary School?
279 students attend Mcgregor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mcgregor Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgregor Elementary School?
Mcgregor Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcgregor Elementary School offer ?
Mcgregor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mcgregor Elementary School part of?
Mcgregor Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcgregor Elementary School located?
Mcgregor Elementary School is located in the West Central neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in West Central.
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