Learning Initiative Neosho/cr ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (13-14)
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Mascot
Roughriders
School Rankings
Learning Initiative Neosho/cr ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
(13-14)n/a
n/a
Asian
(13-14)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(13-14)n/a
6%
Black
(13-14)6%
16%
White
(13-14)94%
73%
Hawaiian
(13-14)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(13-14)n/a
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (13-14)
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roughriders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Learning Initiative Neosho/cr's ranking?
Learning Initiative Neosho/cr is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Learning Initiative Neosho/cr often compared to?
Learning Initiative Neosho/cris often viewed alongside schools like Seneca Elementary School, George Washington Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Learning Initiative Neosho/cr?
16 students attend Learning Initiative Neosho/cr.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Learning Initiative Neosho/cr students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Learning Initiative Neosho/cr offer ?
Learning Initiative Neosho/cr offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Learning Initiative Neosho/cr part of?
Learning Initiative Neosho/cr is part of Neosho School District.
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