Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Carter Co. R-ii 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for East Carter Co. R-II Elementary serves the entire district in Ellsinore, MO, covering approximately 281.8 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii 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
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1936
School Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii 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 East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#399 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's ranking?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
364 students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offer ?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School part of?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is part of East Carter County R-II School District.
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