Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary serves the entire district of Pierce City, MO, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 123.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 12.2 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#824 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce City High School, Pierce City Middle 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
341 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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 Pierce City R-VI School District.
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