Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Twin Chimneys Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Chimneys Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Twin Chimneys Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twin Chimneys Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Chimneys Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#94 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
68%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Chimneys Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Chimneys Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Twin Chimneys Elementary School?
537 students attend Twin Chimneys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Twin Chimneys Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Chimneys Elementary School?
Twin Chimneys Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Twin Chimneys Elementary School offer ?
Twin Chimneys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twin Chimneys Elementary School part of?
Twin Chimneys Elementary School is part of FT. Zumwalt R-II School District.
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