Serving 387 students in grades 3-8, Noel 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 23% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Noel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Noel Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Noel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Noel Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1741 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
40%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
24%
69%
Hawaiian
26%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noel Elementary School's ranking?
Noel Elementary School is ranked #1741 out of 2,092 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Noel Elementary School?
387 students attend Noel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Noel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Noel Elementary School?
Noel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Noel Elementary School offer ?
Noel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Noel Elementary School part of?
Noel Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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