Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Avilla 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avilla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Avilla Elementary School's student population of 129 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Avilla Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avilla Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1442 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avilla Elementary School's ranking?
Avilla Elementary School is ranked #1442 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Avilla Elementary School?
129 students attend Avilla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Avilla Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avilla Elementary School?
Avilla Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avilla Elementary School offer ?
Avilla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Avilla Elementary School part of?
Avilla Elementary School is part of Avilla R-XIII School District.
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