Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Licking Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Licking Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Licking Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Licking Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Licking Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Licking Elementary School's ranking?
Licking Elementary School is ranked #1340 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Licking Elementary School often compared to?
Licking Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Licking Elementary School?
398 students attend Licking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Licking Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Licking Elementary School?
Licking Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Licking Elementary School offer ?
Licking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Licking Elementary School part of?
Licking Elementary School is part of Licking R-VIII School District.
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