Serving 437 students in grades 3-5, Osage Upper 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 48% (which is higher than 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osage Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Osage Upper Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osage Upper 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 Osage Upper Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#614 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
87%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osage Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Osage Upper Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Osage Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Osage Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osage Beach Elementary School, Iberia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Osage Upper Elementary School?
437 students attend Osage Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Osage Upper Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osage Upper Elementary School?
Osage Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osage Upper Elementary School offer ?
Osage Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Osage Upper Elementary School part of?
Osage Upper Elementary School is part of School Of The Osage School District.
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