Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School's student population of 287 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust St Expressive Arts 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 Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
50%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School's ranking?
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School is ranked #1016 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School often compared to?
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell Blvd. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School?
287 students attend Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School?
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School offer ?
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School part of?
Locust St Expressive Arts Elementary School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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