Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bismarck R-v 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 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 3% 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: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bismarck R-v Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bismarck R-v Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are strong. We are courageous. We are Bismarck.
School Rankings
Bismarck R-v 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 Bismarck R-v Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1409 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
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 Bismarck R-v Elementary School's ranking?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School is ranked #1409 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bismarck R-v Elementary School?
207 students attend Bismarck R-v Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bismarck R-v Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bismarck R-v Elementary School?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bismarck R-v Elementary School offer ?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bismarck R-v Elementary School part of?
Bismarck R-v Elementary School is part of Bismarck R-V School District.
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