Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bismarck R-v 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 35-39% (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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Bismarck R-V Elementary covers the entire school district in Bismarck, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 65.1 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bismarck R-v Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are strong. We are courageous. We are Bismarck.
School Rankings
Bismarck R-v 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 Bismarck R-v 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
#1409 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bismarck R-v Elementary School's ranking?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School is ranked #1409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bismarck R-v Elementary School often compared to?
Bismarck R-v Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zitzman Elementary School, West County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Bismarck R-v Elementary School?
207 students attend Bismarck R-v Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bismarck R-v Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bismarck R-v Elementary School?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bismarck R-v Elementary School offer ?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bismarck R-v Elementary School part of?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School is part of Bismarck R-V School District.
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