Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cedar Ridge 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 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 <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Ridge School's student population of 21 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge 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 School is 0.10, 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
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cedar Ridge School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briarwood School, College View School, Bootheel School by visitors of our site.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge School?
21 students attend Cedar Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cedar Ridge School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge School?
Cedar Ridge School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge School offer ?
Cedar Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge School part of?
Cedar Ridge School is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
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