Serving 73 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Adair Co. Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Adair Co. Elem.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 132.9 square miles around Brashear, MO, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adair Co. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adair Co. Elementary School's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Adair Co. Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adair Co. Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adair Co. Elementary School's ranking?
Adair Co. Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Adair Co. Elementary School?
73 students attend Adair Co. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Adair Co. Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adair Co. Elementary School?
Adair Co. Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Adair Co. Elementary School offer ?
Adair Co. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adair Co. Elementary School part of?
Adair Co. Elementary School is part of Adair County R-II School District.
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