Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Partridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Partridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Partridge Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Partridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Partridge Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#368 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%

Hispanic
18%
8%

Black
12%
15%

White
55%
68%

Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Partridge Elementary School's ranking?
Partridge Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Partridge Elementary School often compared to?
Partridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thayer Elementary School, Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Partridge Elementary School?
374 students attend Partridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Partridge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Partridge Elementary School?
Partridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Partridge Elementary School offer ?
Partridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Partridge Elementary School part of?
Partridge Elementary School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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