Russell Jones Educational Center 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Jones Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (12-13)
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russell Jones Educational Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1872 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Hispanic
(12-13)8%
5%
Black
(12-13)10%
17%
White
(12-13)78%
74%
Two or more races
(12-13)4%
2%
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Jones Educational Center's ranking?
Russell Jones Educational Center is ranked #1872 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russell Jones Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Russell Jones Educational Center is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 82%.
How many students attend Russell Jones Educational Center?
40 students attend Russell Jones Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Russell Jones Educational Center students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Russell Jones Educational Center offer ?
Russell Jones Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell Jones Educational Center part of?
Russell Jones Educational Center is part of Park Hill School District.
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