Serving 734 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Discovery Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Ridge Elementary School's student population of 734 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Ridge Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
84%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Ridge Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Discovery Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Discovery Ridge Elementary School?
734 students attend Discovery Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Discovery Ridge Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Ridge Elementary School?
Discovery Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Discovery Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Discovery Ridge Elementary School part of?
Discovery Ridge Elementary School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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