Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Skyline Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline 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
School Overview
Skyline Elementary School's student population of 296 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Where EVERY student matters!
School Rankings
Skyline Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skyline Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#15 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Skyline Elementary School's ranking?
Skyline Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Skyline Elementary School?
296 students attend Skyline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Skyline Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline Elementary School?
Skyline Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Skyline Elementary School offer ?
Skyline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyline Elementary School part of?
Skyline Elementary School is part of Hickory County R-I School District.
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