Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gasconade Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: GASCONADE ELEM.'s attendance zone covers the entire school district in Falcon, MO, encompassing approximately 91.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge being 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gasconade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gasconade Elementary School's student population of 97 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Educating, Encouraging, and Equipping Students to Become Life-Long Learners
School Rankings
Gasconade 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 Gasconade Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#817 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gasconade Elementary School's ranking?
Gasconade Elementary School is ranked #817 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?
30-39% 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).
How many students attend Gasconade Elementary School?
97 students attend Gasconade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gasconade Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gasconade Elementary School?
Gasconade Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gasconade Elementary School offer ?
Gasconade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gasconade Elementary School part of?
Gasconade Elementary School is part of Gasconade C-4 School District.
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