Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Heights 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Heights Elementary serves the entire district in Patton, MO, covering an area of approximately 195 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow Heights Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow Heights 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 Meadow Heights 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
#973 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Heights Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Meadow Heights Elementary School?
233 students attend Meadow Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Meadow Heights Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Heights Elementary School?
Meadow Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadow Heights Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Heights Elementary School part of?
Meadow Heights Elementary School is part of Meadow Heights R-II School District.
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