Serving 416 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 30% (which is lower than 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Licking Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Licking, MO, covering approximately 193.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Licking Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Licking 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 Licking Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1452 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
96%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
Showing 2011–2020. View full 22-year historical data
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 #1452 out of 2,076 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?
30% 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 Licking Elementary School?
416 students attend Licking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Licking Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Licking Elementary School?
Licking Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Licking Elementary School offer ?
Licking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Licking Elementary School part of?
Licking Elementary School is part of Licking R-VIII School District.
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