Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mississippi Valley School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mississippi Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mississippi Valley School's student population of 25 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mississippi Valley School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mississippi Valley School is 0.29, 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
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-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 Mississippi Valley School's ranking?
Mississippi Valley School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mississippi Valley School?
25 students attend Mississippi Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mississippi Valley School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mississippi Valley School?
Mississippi Valley School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mississippi Valley School offer ?
Mississippi Valley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mississippi Valley School part of?
Mississippi Valley School is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
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