Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grandview 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 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grandview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grandview Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting Potential, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Grandview Elementary School 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 Grandview Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1604 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
89%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grandview Elementary School's ranking?
Grandview Elementary School is ranked #1604 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Grandview Elementary School?
440 students attend Grandview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Grandview Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grandview Elementary School?
Grandview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grandview Elementary School offer ?
Grandview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandview Elementary School part of?
Grandview Elementary School is part of Lafayette County C-1 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Teachers care about their students as well as all administration great school work well with parents and help in every way possiable thank you all for all you do for students and parents great school because of there staff
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