Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dora Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dora Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dora, MO, covering an area of approximately 174.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dora Elementary School's student population of 147 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dora Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#499 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Falcon Colors
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora Elementary School's ranking?
Dora Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 2,076 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?
45-49% 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 Dora Elementary School?
147 students attend Dora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dora Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora Elementary School?
Dora Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dora Elementary School offer ?
Dora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dora Elementary School part of?
Dora Elementary School is part of Dora R-III School District.
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