Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Galena-abesville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galena-abesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Galena-abesville Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a safe, accepting learning environment for EACH student to grow into a responsible leader.
School Rankings
Galena-abesville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena-abesville Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1813 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena-abesville Elementary School's ranking?
Galena-abesville Elementary School is ranked #1813 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Galena-abesville Elementary School often compared to?
Galena-abesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirbyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Galena-abesville Elementary School?
216 students attend Galena-abesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Galena-abesville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galena-abesville Elementary School?
Galena-abesville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Galena-abesville Elementary School offer ?
Galena-abesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galena-abesville Elementary School part of?
Galena-abesville Elementary School is part of Galena R-II School District.
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