Serving 41 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newtown-harris 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Newtown-Harris Elementary covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 89.5 square miles in Newtown, MO. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newtown-harris Elementary School's student population of 41 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newtown-harris 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 Newtown-harris Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1633 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
White
98%
67%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown-harris Elementary School's ranking?
Newtown-harris Elementary School is ranked #1633 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Newtown-harris Elementary School?
41 students attend Newtown-harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Newtown-harris Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newtown-harris Elementary School?
Newtown-harris Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newtown-harris Elementary School offer ?
Newtown-harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newtown-harris Elementary School part of?
Newtown-harris Elementary School is part of Newtown-Harris R-III School District.
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