Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Morgan Co. R-i 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
All Students Achieve to Succeed... Whatever it Takes.
School Rankings
Morgan Co. R-i 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 Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1486 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
White
96%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School's ranking?
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School is ranked #1486 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School?
383 students attend Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School?
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School offer ?
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School part of?
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School is part of Morgan County R-I School District.
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