Serving 348 students in grades 2-4, Reeds Spring Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than 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 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reeds Spring Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Reeds Spring 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 Reeds Spring Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reeds Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Reeds Spring Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Reeds Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Reeds Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Reeds Spring Elementary School?
348 students attend Reeds Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Reeds Spring Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reeds Spring Elementary School?
Reeds Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reeds Spring Elementary School offer ?
Reeds Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reeds Spring Elementary School part of?
Reeds Spring Elementary School is part of Reeds Spring R-IV School District.
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