Serving 133 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Halfway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: HALFWAY ELEM.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Half Way, MO, covering approximately 115.7 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive and an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 11.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halfway Elementary School's student population of 133 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Halfway 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 Halfway 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
#1400 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halfway Elementary School's ranking?
Halfway Elementary School is ranked #1400 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Halfway Elementary School often compared to?
Halfway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Play Elementary School, Humansville Elementary School, Marion C. Early Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Halfway Elementary School?
133 students attend Halfway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Halfway Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halfway Elementary School?
Halfway Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Halfway Elementary School offer ?
Halfway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halfway Elementary School part of?
Halfway Elementary School is part of Halfway R-III School District.
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