Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rock Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Creek Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#409 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
15%
White
69%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Creek Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rock Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dardenne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Elementary School?
408 students attend Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Creek Elementary School?
Rock Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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