Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Steadley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steadley Elementary serves the southeast part of Carthage, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 56.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steadley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Steadley Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steadley 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 Steadley Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#446 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
68%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steadley Elementary School's ranking?
Steadley Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Steadley Elementary School often compared to?
Steadley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Jasper Co. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Steadley Elementary School?
346 students attend Steadley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Steadley Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steadley Elementary School?
Steadley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Steadley Elementary School offer ?
Steadley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steadley Elementary School part of?
Steadley Elementary School is part of Carthage R-IX School District.
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