Serving 396 students in grades 3-5, Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sullivan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sullivan Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#672 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Sullivan Elementary School?
396 students attend Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sullivan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan Elementary School?
Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sullivan Elementary School part of?
Sullivan Elementary School is part of Sullivan School District.
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