Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Owensville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 4% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owensville Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Owensville 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 Owensville Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1142 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owensville Elementary School's ranking?
Owensville Elementary School is ranked #1142 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Owensville Elementary School often compared to?
Owensville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Owensville Elementary School?
526 students attend Owensville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Owensville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owensville Elementary School?
Owensville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owensville Elementary School offer ?
Owensville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Owensville Elementary School part of?
Owensville Elementary School is part of Gasconade County R-II School District.
School Reviews
5 12/17/2016
I am actually Tryston's grandma. I just think that everyone needs to know that Owensville Elementary has done so much for him. The education that he is recieving from there has taught him so much in such a little amount of time. Everyone there cares deeply about the education of the students and makes learning fun and not boring. Thank you for all you have done.
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