Serving 18 students in grades 4-12, Carl Junction Satellite School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carl Junction Satellite School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Carl Junction, MO school district, covering approximately 129.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Junction Satellite School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carl Junction Satellite School's student population of 18 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carl Junction Satellite School is 0.30, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Junction Satellite School?
The graduation rate of Carl Junction Satellite School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Carl Junction Satellite School?
18 students attend Carl Junction Satellite School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Carl Junction Satellite School students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Junction Satellite School?
Carl Junction Satellite School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl Junction Satellite School offer ?
Carl Junction Satellite School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Junction Satellite School part of?
Carl Junction Satellite School is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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