Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Niangua 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Niangua Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Niangua school district, covering approximately 71.9 square miles around the city of Niangua, MO. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niangua Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niangua 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 Niangua Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1778 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Niangua Elementary School's ranking?
Niangua Elementary School is ranked #1778 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Niangua Elementary School often compared to?
Niangua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fordland Elementary School, Seymour Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Niangua Elementary School?
155 students attend Niangua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Niangua Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niangua Elementary School?
Niangua Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niangua Elementary School offer ?
Niangua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niangua Elementary School part of?
Niangua Elementary School is part of Niangua R-V School District.
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