Serving 352 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reeds Spring Elementary serves the entire Reeds Spring district, encompassing approximately 173 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reeds Spring Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
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 0.33, 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
#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
11%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
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?
352 students attend Reeds Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Reeds Spring Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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