Serving 624 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ste. Genevieve Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. serves the southeastern part of its school district in Sainte Genevieve, MO, covering an area of approximately 204.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 19.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School's student population of 624 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ste. Genevieve Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#360 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ste. Genevieve Elementary School's ranking?
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ste. Genevieve Elementary School?
624 students attend Ste. Genevieve Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ste. Genevieve Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ste. Genevieve Elementary School?
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ste. Genevieve Elementary School offer ?
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ste. Genevieve Elementary School part of?
Ste. Genevieve Elementary School is part of Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District.
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