Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cainsville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cainsville Elementary serves the entire district of Cainsville, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 68.2 square miles, with most families typically driving 10-15 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 9.7 miles away from the school, ensuring that every part of the district is included in its coverage.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cainsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cainsville Elementary School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Cainsville 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 Cainsville Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1156 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cainsville Elementary School's ranking?
Cainsville Elementary School is ranked #1156 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cainsville Elementary School?
48 students attend Cainsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cainsville Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cainsville Elementary School?
Cainsville Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cainsville Elementary School offer ?
Cainsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cainsville Elementary School part of?
Cainsville Elementary School is part of Cainsville R-I School District.
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