Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eastmorland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastmorland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Eastmorland Elementary School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
#everykideveryday
School Rankings
Eastmorland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastmorland Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1409 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
62%
68%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Eastmorland Elementary School's ranking?
Eastmorland Elementary School is ranked #1409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Eastmorland Elementary School often compared to?
Eastmorland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelsey Norman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Eastmorland Elementary School?
252 students attend Eastmorland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eastmorland Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastmorland Elementary School?
Eastmorland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eastmorland Elementary School offer ?
Eastmorland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastmorland Elementary School part of?
Eastmorland Elementary School is part of Joplin Schools School District.
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