Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: COMMUNITY ELEM.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Laddonia, MO, covering approximately 180 square miles. Families within this area typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Community Elementary School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Community 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 Community Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
93%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Elementary School's ranking?
Community Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Community Elementary School?
144 students attend Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Community Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Elementary School?
Community Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Community Elementary School offer ?
Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Elementary School part of?
Community Elementary School is part of Community R-VI School District.
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