Serving 53 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shawnee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shawnee Elementary School's student population of 53 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shawnee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#559 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Shawnee Elementary School's ranking?
Shawnee Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Shawnee Elementary School?
53 students attend Shawnee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shawnee Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shawnee Elementary School?
Shawnee Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shawnee Elementary School offer ?
Shawnee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Shawnee Elementary School part of?
Shawnee Elementary School is part of Shawnee R-III School District.
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