Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockport Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is equal to 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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockport Heights Elementary serves the eastern part of Arnold, MO, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockport Heights Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Rockport Heights 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 Rockport Heights Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#813 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockport Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Rockport Heights Elementary School is ranked #813 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?
48% 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 Rockport Heights Elementary School?
386 students attend Rockport Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rockport Heights Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockport Heights Elementary School?
Rockport Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rockport Heights Elementary School offer ?
Rockport Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockport Heights Elementary School part of?
Rockport Heights Elementary School is part of Fox C-6 School District.
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