Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Montrose 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montrose Elementary School's student population of 23 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montrose 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 Montrose Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1759 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
78%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montrose Elementary School's ranking?
Montrose Elementary School is ranked #1759 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Montrose Elementary School?
23 students attend Montrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Montrose Elementary School students are White, and 22% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montrose Elementary School?
Montrose Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montrose Elementary School offer ?
Montrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Montrose Elementary School part of?
Montrose Elementary School is part of Montrose R-XIV School District.
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