Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Swedeborg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Swedeborg Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richland, MO, covering approximately 31.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and distances to the zone's edges averaging 3.5 miles, extending up to 6.3 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swedeborg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swedeborg Elementary School's student population of 35 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swedeborg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swedeborg Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1696 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swedeborg Elementary School's ranking?
Swedeborg Elementary School is ranked #1696 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Swedeborg Elementary School often compared to?
Swedeborg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laquey R-v Elementary School, Waynesville East Elementary School, Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Swedeborg Elementary School?
35 students attend Swedeborg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Swedeborg Elementary School students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swedeborg Elementary School?
Swedeborg Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swedeborg Elementary School offer ?
Swedeborg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swedeborg Elementary School part of?
Swedeborg Elementary School is part of Swedeborg R-III School District.
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