Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Triway 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 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TRIWAY serves the southeast part of Stella, MO, covering an area of approximately 146.5 square miles. Families typically find that the drive to the school takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being around 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triway's student population of 431 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Triway 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 Triway is 0.40, 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
#1533 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triway's ranking?
Triway is ranked #1533 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Triway?
431 students attend Triway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Triway students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triway?
Triway has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Triway offer ?
Triway offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triway part of?
Triway is part of East Newton County R-VI School District.
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