Serving 490 students in grades 2-3, Carl Junction Primary 2-3 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 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Junction Primary 2-3's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 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 Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is 0.32, 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
#425 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Junction Primary 2-3's ranking?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is ranked #425 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
490 students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Carl Junction Primary 2-3 students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offer ?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Junction Primary 2-3 part of?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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