Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ross 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Ross 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 Ross 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
#1605 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #1605 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portageville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
102 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ross Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of North Pemiscot County R-I School District.
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