Serving 88 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Mercer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Mercer Elementary School's student population of 88 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
88 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Mercer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Mercer Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#103 out of 2092 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
North Mercer Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend North Mercer Elementary School?
88 students attend North Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Mercer Elementary School students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Mercer Elementary School?
North Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Mercer Elementary School offer ?
North Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is North Mercer Elementary School part of?
North Mercer Elementary School is part of North Mercer County R-III School District.
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