Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Bridge Elementary School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rock Bridge Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Bridge Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#925 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Bridge Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rock Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rock Bridge Elementary School?
589 students attend Rock Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rock Bridge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Bridge Elementary School?
Rock Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Rock Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rock Bridge Elementary School part of?
Rock Bridge Elementary School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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