Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gainesville 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Gainesville Elementary covers the entire school district in Gainesville, MO, encompassing approximately 340.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the edge and a maximum of 17.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gainesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gainesville Elementary School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Campus Size
76 acres
School Rankings
Gainesville 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 Gainesville Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#836 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville Elementary School's ranking?
Gainesville Elementary School is ranked #836 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gainesville Elementary School?
292 students attend Gainesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gainesville Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesville Elementary School?
Gainesville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gainesville Elementary School offer ?
Gainesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesville Elementary School part of?
Gainesville Elementary School is part of Gainesville R-V School District.
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