Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vineland 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 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Vineland Elementary serves the western part of De Soto, MO, covering an area of approximately 42.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vineland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vineland Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Motto
To ensure learning, growth, and success for all students in a safe environment.
School Rankings
Vineland 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 Vineland 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
#602 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vineland Elementary School's ranking?
Vineland Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Vineland Elementary School often compared to?
Vineland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pevely Elementary School, Festus Elementary School, Athena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Vineland Elementary School?
653 students attend Vineland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vineland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vineland Elementary School?
Vineland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vineland Elementary School offer ?
Vineland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vineland Elementary School part of?
Vineland Elementary School is part of Desoto 73 School District.
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