Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sweeny Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 68% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweeny 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
Sweeny Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sweeny Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweeny Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#86 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
86%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweeny Elementary School's ranking?
Sweeny Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Sweeny Elementary School often compared to?
Sweeny Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Sweeny Elementary School?
461 students attend Sweeny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sweeny Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sweeny Elementary School?
Sweeny Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sweeny Elementary School offer ?
Sweeny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sweeny Elementary School part of?
Sweeny Elementary School is part of Republic R-III School District.
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