Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Palmyra Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmyra Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Palmyra, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 196.2 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmyra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Palmyra Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Palmyra 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 Palmyra Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#446 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmyra Elementary School's ranking?
Palmyra Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Palmyra Elementary School often compared to?
Palmyra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmyra High School, Palmyra Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Palmyra Elementary School?
452 students attend Palmyra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Palmyra Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmyra Elementary School?
Palmyra Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmyra Elementary School offer ?
Palmyra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmyra Elementary School part of?
Palmyra Elementary School is part of Palmyra R-I School District.
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