Serving 475 students in grades 3-5, Eldon Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eldon Upper Elementary serves the entire Eldon, MO school district, encompassing an area of approximately 184.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located up to 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eldon Upper Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we Rise – Family, School, Community
School Rankings
Eldon Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eldon Upper 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
#775 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldon Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Eldon Upper Elementary School is ranked #775 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Eldon Upper Elementary School?
475 students attend Eldon Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Eldon Upper Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eldon Upper Elementary School?
Eldon Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eldon Upper Elementary School offer ?
Eldon Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eldon Upper Elementary School part of?
Eldon Upper Elementary School is part of Eldon R-I School District.
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