Serving 118 students in grades Prekindergarten, Campbell 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Campbell Elementary School's student population of 118 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Campbell Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
59%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Campbell Elementary School often compared to?
Campbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cowden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MO state average).
How many students attend Campbell Elementary School?
118 students attend Campbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Campbell Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Campbell Elementary School?
Campbell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Campbell Elementary School offer ?
Campbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Campbell Elementary School part of?
Campbell Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Campbell Elementary School located?
Campbell Elementary School is located in the West Central neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in West Central.
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