Serving 367 students in grades 2-5, Hollister 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hollister Elementary serves the entire district of Hollister, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 71.7 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hollister Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Success is our only option
School Rankings
Hollister 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 Hollister Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#737 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
75%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister Elementary School's ranking?
Hollister Elementary School is ranked #737 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hollister Elementary School?
367 students attend Hollister Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hollister Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollister Elementary School?
Hollister Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hollister Elementary School offer ?
Hollister Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hollister Elementary School part of?
Hollister Elementary School is part of Hollister R-V School District.
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