Serving 38 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cowgill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: COWGILL ELEM.'s attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 34.3 square miles around Cowgill, MO, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 3.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowgill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cowgill Elementary School's student population of 38 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cowgill 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 Cowgill Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1186 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowgill Elementary School's ranking?
Cowgill Elementary School is ranked #1186 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cowgill Elementary School?
38 students attend Cowgill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cowgill Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cowgill Elementary School?
Cowgill Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cowgill Elementary School offer ?
Cowgill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cowgill Elementary School part of?
Cowgill Elementary School is part of Cowgill R-VI School District.
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