Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Plata 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA PLATA ELEM.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of La Plata, MO, covering approximately 149.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge and a furthest reach of 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Plata Elementary School's student population of 145 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
educate, equip, & empower
School Rankings
La Plata 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 La Plata Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1111 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 La Plata Elementary School's ranking?
La Plata Elementary School is ranked #1111 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are La Plata Elementary School often compared to?
La Plata Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend La Plata Elementary School?
145 students attend La Plata Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of La Plata Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Plata Elementary School?
La Plata Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Plata Elementary School offer ?
La Plata Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Plata Elementary School part of?
La Plata Elementary School is part of La Plata R-II School District.
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