North County Primary serves 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Attendance Zone: NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY serves the entire district of Bonne Terre, MO, with an attendance zone covering approximately 137.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, and the furthest edge of the zone is about 12.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North County Primary's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of North County Primary 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North County Primary often compared to?
North County Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like West County Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Raymond Nancy Hodge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North County Primary?
673 students attend North County Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North County Primary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North County Primary?
North County Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North County Primary offer ?
North County Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North County Primary part of?
North County Primary is part of North St. Francois County R-I School District.
School Reviews
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