Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peine Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to 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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peine Ridge Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Peine Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peine Ridge Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#809 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
76%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peine Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Peine Ridge Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Peine Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Peine Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Peine Ridge Elementary School?
520 students attend Peine Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Peine Ridge Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peine Ridge Elementary School?
Peine Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peine Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Peine Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peine Ridge Elementary School part of?
Peine Ridge Elementary School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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