Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Branch Elementary serves the northwest part of Grain Valley, MO, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the zone edge, and the furthest point located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Branch Elementary School's student population of 567 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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School Rankings
Prairie Branch 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 Prairie Branch Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#462 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
81%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Branch Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Prairie Branch Elementary School?
567 students attend Prairie Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Prairie Branch Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Branch Elementary School?
Prairie Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Branch Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Branch Elementary School part of?
Prairie Branch Elementary School is part of Grain Valley R-V School District.
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