Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Comfort Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Comfort Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#141 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
85%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Comfort Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Comfort Elementary School?
186 students attend Rocky Comfort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rocky Comfort Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Comfort Elementary School?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rocky Comfort Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rocky Comfort Elementary School part of?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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