Serving 82 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Litzsinger 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Litzsinger ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Litzsinger's student population of 82 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Litzsinger 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 Litzsinger is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2042 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
48%
15%
White
41%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litzsinger's ranking?
Litzsinger is ranked #2042 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Litzsinger?
82 students attend Litzsinger.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Litzsinger students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Litzsinger?
Litzsinger has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Litzsinger offer ?
Litzsinger offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Litzsinger part of?
Litzsinger is part of Special School District St. Louis County.
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