Serving 115 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Otterville 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Otterville Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Otterville, MO, covering an area of approximately 82.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otterville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Otterville Elementary School's student population of 115 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Empowering our students to conquer tomorrow's challenges.
School Rankings
Otterville 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 Otterville Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1760 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otterville Elementary School's ranking?
Otterville Elementary School is ranked #1760 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Otterville Elementary School?
115 students attend Otterville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Otterville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otterville Elementary School?
Otterville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Otterville Elementary School offer ?
Otterville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otterville Elementary School part of?
Otterville Elementary School is part of Otterville R-VI School District.
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