Serving 331 students in grades 1-6, Lake Road 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Road Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Road Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#291 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
75%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Road Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Road Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lake Road Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearwater Elementary School, O'neal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lake Road Elementary School?
331 students attend Lake Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Road Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Road Elementary School?
Lake Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Road Elementary School offer ?
Lake Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Lake Road Elementary School part of?
Lake Road Elementary School is part of Poplar Bluff R-I School District.
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