Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, S.m Rissler Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
S.m Rissler Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
S.m Rissler 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 S.m Rissler Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1038 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S.m Rissler Elementary School's ranking?
S.m Rissler Elementary School is ranked #1038 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend S.m Rissler Elementary School?
350 students attend S.m Rissler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of S.m Rissler Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S.m Rissler Elementary School?
S.m Rissler Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does S.m Rissler Elementary School offer ?
S.m Rissler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is S.m Rissler Elementary School part of?
S.m Rissler Elementary School is part of Trenton R-IX School District.
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