Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Centerville 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Centerville school district, encompassing approximately 114.2 square miles around Centerville, MO. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centerville Elementary School's student population of 28 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Centerville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centerville Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1696 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2023. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
7%
Showing 2002–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville Elementary School's ranking?
Centerville Elementary School is ranked #1696 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Centerville Elementary School often compared to?
Centerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellington Elementary School, Bunker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Centerville Elementary School?
28 students attend Centerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Centerville Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville Elementary School?
Centerville Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centerville Elementary School offer ?
Centerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerville Elementary School part of?
Centerville Elementary School is part of Centerville R-I School District.
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