Serving 380 students in grades 1-4, Strafford 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Strafford Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Strafford, MO school district, encompassing approximately 75.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 5.1 miles, with the furthest edge located 6.6 miles away, making most drives to the school typically around 10-15 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strafford Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Strafford 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 Strafford Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#499 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
93%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strafford Elementary School's ranking?
Strafford Elementary School is ranked #499 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Strafford Elementary School?
380 students attend Strafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Strafford Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strafford Elementary School?
Strafford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Strafford Elementary School offer ?
Strafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strafford Elementary School part of?
Strafford Elementary School is part of Strafford R-VI School District.
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