Serving 349 students in grades 3-8, Noel 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Noel Elementary serves the southwest part of Noel, MO, covering an area of approximately 48.5 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive and an average distance of 3.9 miles to the school's boundaries. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noel Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Noel 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 Noel Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1839 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
40%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
29%
67%
Hawaiian
24%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noel Elementary School's ranking?
Noel Elementary School is ranked #1839 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Noel Elementary School?
349 students attend Noel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Noel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noel Elementary School?
Noel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Noel Elementary School offer ?
Noel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noel Elementary School part of?
Noel Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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