Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alexander Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexander Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Slater, MO, covering approximately 39.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Elementary School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Alexander Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1725 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
83%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Elementary School's ranking?
Alexander Elementary School is ranked #1725 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Alexander Elementary School often compared to?
Alexander Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bueker Middle School, Gilliam Elementary School, Sweet Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Alexander Elementary School?
226 students attend Alexander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Alexander Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Elementary School?
Alexander Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alexander Elementary School offer ?
Alexander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander Elementary School part of?
Alexander Elementary School is part of Slater School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academic programs are not challenging. Fine arts are almost non existant wheras sports are extremely overemphasized to the exclusion of almost all other activities. Large blocks of time committed to athletic practice that takes students away from other activities and interests. The facilities are, mostly old and dilipadated. Classrooms are cold, drafty and noisy due to lack of sound dampening materials. A new addition is being planned for Pre-K through K. Parent involvement is minimal due to a central office administration that does not promote community relations. Current superintendent does not seem to be knowledgeable of school district administration. "Cronyism" has invaded the school to the point of creating ineffective administration and teaching.
2 10/10/2025
Quality of academic programs are lacking. The availability of extracurricular activities are not comparable to majority of schools in Missouri. The emphasis is on what sports are available at this school, taking away from study time. The facilities are old and dilapidated. Parent involvement is suffering due to awareness that there is the same small group of parents and students year after year who are of the "chosen" to be favorites of this school. Other students are denied, and other parents opinions do not matter or count.
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