Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Coverdell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coverdell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Coverdell Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coverdell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coverdell Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#282 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
13%
15%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coverdell Elementary School's ranking?
Coverdell Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Coverdell Elementary School often compared to?
Coverdell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackhurst Elementary School, George M. Null 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Coverdell Elementary School?
291 students attend Coverdell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Coverdell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coverdell Elementary School?
Coverdell Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coverdell Elementary School offer ?
Coverdell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coverdell Elementary School part of?
Coverdell Elementary School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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