Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wm. R. Cappel 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. serves the southeastern part of its school district in Moscow Mills, MO, covering an area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wm. R. Cappel 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 Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1002 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Comets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School's ranking?
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School often compared to?
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School?
434 students attend Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School?
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School offer ?
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School part of?
Wm. R. Cappel Elementary School is part of Troy R-III School District.
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