Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Elsberry High 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 50-59% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ELSBERRY HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elsberry, MO, covering approximately 127.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 7 miles to the zone's edge, which reaches up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elsberry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elsberry High School's student population of 264 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Elsberry High 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 Elsberry High School is 0.26, 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
#468 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsberry High School's ranking?
Elsberry High School is ranked #468 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Elsberry High School often compared to?
Elsberry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silex High School, Troy Buchanan High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elsberry High School?
The graduation rate of Elsberry High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Elsberry High School?
264 students attend Elsberry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Elsberry High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elsberry High School?
Elsberry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elsberry High School offer ?
Elsberry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elsberry High School part of?
Elsberry High School is part of Elsberry R-II School District.
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