Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moreau Heights 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moreau Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Moreau Heights Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moreau Heights 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 Moreau Heights Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1447 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
27%
15%
White
56%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moreau Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Moreau Heights Elementary School is ranked #1447 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Moreau Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Moreau Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, West 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 37% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Moreau Heights Elementary School?
317 students attend Moreau Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Moreau Heights Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moreau Heights Elementary School?
Moreau Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moreau Heights Elementary School offer ?
Moreau Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Moreau Heights Elementary School part of?
Moreau Heights Elementary School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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