Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, White Rock 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 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: White Rock Elementary serves the southeast part of Pineville, MO, covering an area of approximately 96.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8 miles to the zone's edge and up to 11.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
White Rock Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
White Rock 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 White Rock Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1452 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Rock Elementary School's ranking?
White Rock Elementary School is ranked #1452 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend White Rock Elementary School?
347 students attend White Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of White Rock Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Rock Elementary School?
White Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does White Rock Elementary School offer ?
White Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Rock Elementary School part of?
White Rock Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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