Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Coleman 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 18% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coleman Elementary School's student population of 394 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coleman 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 Coleman Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1717 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
47%
68%
Hawaiian
15%
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleman Elementary School's ranking?
Coleman Elementary School is ranked #1717 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Coleman Elementary School often compared to?
Coleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Skaith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Coleman Elementary School?
394 students attend Coleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Coleman Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Elementary School?
Coleman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coleman Elementary School offer ?
Coleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coleman Elementary School part of?
Coleman Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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