Serving 32 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Middle Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle Grove Elementary School's student population of 32 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle Grove 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 Middle Grove Elementary School is 0.11, which is less 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
#611 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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 Middle Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Middle Grove Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Middle Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Middle Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Park Elementary School, South Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Middle Grove Elementary School?
32 students attend Middle Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Middle Grove Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle Grove Elementary School?
Middle Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Middle Grove Elementary School offer ?
Middle Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Grove Elementary School part of?
Middle Grove Elementary School is part of Middle Grove C-1 School District.
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