Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Bridge 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 40% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Bridge Elementary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Bridge 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 Rock Bridge Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1056 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
60%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Bridge Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rock Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rock Bridge Elementary School?
556 students attend Rock Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rock Bridge Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Bridge Elementary School?
Rock Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rock Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Rock Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Bridge Elementary School part of?
Rock Bridge Elementary School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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