Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Laredo 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laredo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laredo Elementary School's student population of 46 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Laredo 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 Laredo Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#56 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
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 Laredo Elementary School's ranking?
Laredo Elementary School is ranked #56 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Laredo Elementary School?
46 students attend Laredo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Laredo Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laredo Elementary School?
Laredo Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laredo Elementary School offer ?
Laredo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laredo Elementary School part of?
Laredo Elementary School is part of Laredo R-VII School District.
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