Craig Elementary School serves 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Craig Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Craig Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Craig Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Craig Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
2%

Hispanic
6%
8%

Black
24%
15%

White
44%
69%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Elementary School's ranking?
Craig Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Craig Elementary School?
346 students attend Craig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Craig Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Elementary School?
Craig Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Craig Elementary School offer ?
Craig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Craig Elementary School part of?
Craig Elementary School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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