Serving 24 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Special Acres School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Acres School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Special Acres School's student population of 24 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Special Acres 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 Special Acres School is 0.00, 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
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Special Acres School's ranking?
Special Acres School is ranked #552 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Special Acres School?
24 students attend Special Acres School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Special Acres School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Acres School?
Special Acres School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Special Acres School offer ?
Special Acres School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Acres School part of?
Special Acres School is part of Missouri Schools For The Severely Disabled.
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