Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of 135.2 square miles in Weston, MO, with most families typically enjoying a 10-15 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge, which can extend up to 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#140 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
89%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred L. Renner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
354 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of West Platte County R-II School District.
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