Serving 494 students in grades 1-3, Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 is Cedar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cedar Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buchanan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
494 students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cedar Ridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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