Serving 401 students in grades 3-5, Osage Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Osage Upper Elementary covers the entire district of Osage Beach, MO, encompassing approximately 148.1 square miles. It typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 7.7 miles and the furthest edge located 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osage Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Osage Upper Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Students for Success
School Rankings
Osage Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osage Upper Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#596 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osage Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Osage Upper Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Osage Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Osage Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osage Beach Elementary School, Iberia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Osage Upper Elementary School?
401 students attend Osage Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Osage Upper Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osage Upper Elementary School?
Osage Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Osage Upper Elementary School offer ?
Osage Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osage Upper Elementary School part of?
Osage Upper Elementary School is part of School Of The Osage School District.
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