Serving 50 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 approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- 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
School Overview
Shawnee Elementary School's student population of 50 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#579 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Shawnee Elementary School's ranking?
Shawnee Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 2,076 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 40% 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?
50 students attend Shawnee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Shawnee Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 6:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Elementary School part of?
Shawnee Elementary School is part of Shawnee R-III School District.
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