Serving 114 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Avilla Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Avilla, MO, covering approximately 66.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Avilla Elementary School's student population of 114 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Always be joyful. Never stop Praying. Be thankful in all circumstance, for this is God will for you belong to Christ Jesus. Thessalonians 5:16-18
School Rankings
Avilla 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 Avilla Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#1545 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
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 #1545 out of 2,076 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
114 students attend Avilla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Avilla Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% 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 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avilla Elementary School offer ?
Avilla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avilla Elementary School part of?
Avilla Elementary School is part of Avilla R-XIII School District.
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