Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Risco Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Risco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Risco Elementary School's student population of 84 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Motto
'Students Are Achievers'
School Rankings
Risco Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Risco Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#859 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Risco Elementary School's ranking?
Risco Elementary School is ranked #859 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Risco Elementary School?
84 students attend Risco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Risco Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Risco Elementary School?
Risco Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Risco Elementary School offer ?
Risco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Risco Elementary School part of?
Risco Elementary School is part of Risco R-II School District.
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