Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cedar Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Springs Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Cedar Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Springs Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#862 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Springs Elementary School is ranked #862 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cedar Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brennan Woods Elementary School, Festus Elementary School, Hillsboro Elementary 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cedar Springs Elementary School?
425 students attend Cedar Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cedar Springs Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Springs Elementary School?
Cedar Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Springs Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Springs Elementary School part of?
Cedar Springs Elementary School is part of Northwest R-I School District.
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