Serving 4 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Citadel School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citadel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Citadel School's student population of 4 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1950
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Citadel School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MO state average).
How many students attend Citadel School?
4 students attend Citadel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Citadel School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citadel School?
Citadel School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Citadel School offer ?
Citadel School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citadel School part of?
Citadel School is part of Missouri Schools For The Severely Disabled.
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