Dear Elementary School serves 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Attendance Zone: DEAR ELEM.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richmond, MO, covering approximately 196.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dear Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dear Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dear Elementary School?
300 students attend Dear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Dear Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dear Elementary School?
Dear Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dear Elementary School offer ?
Dear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dear Elementary School part of?
Dear Elementary School is part of Richmond R-XVI School District.
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