Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knob Noster 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Knob Noster Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Knob Noster school district, covering approximately 111.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knob Noster Elementary School's student population of 550 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knob Noster 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 Knob Noster 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
#767 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Knob Noster Elementary School's ranking?
Knob Noster Elementary School is ranked #767 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Knob Noster Elementary School often compared to?
Knob Noster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Knob Noster Elementary School?
550 students attend Knob Noster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Knob Noster Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knob Noster Elementary School?
Knob Noster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Knob Noster Elementary School offer ?
Knob Noster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knob Noster Elementary School part of?
Knob Noster Elementary School is part of Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
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