Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Niangua 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niangua Elementary School's student population of 131 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Niangua Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niangua Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1775 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Niangua Elementary School's ranking?
Niangua Elementary School is ranked #1775 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Niangua Elementary School often compared to?
Niangua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seymour Elementary School, Fordland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Niangua Elementary School?
131 students attend Niangua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Niangua Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niangua Elementary School?
Niangua Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niangua Elementary School offer ?
Niangua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Niangua Elementary School part of?
Niangua Elementary School is part of Niangua R-V School District.
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