Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Calhoun 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun Elementary School's student population of 55 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Calhoun 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 Calhoun Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1767 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Elementary School's ranking?
Calhoun Elementary School is ranked #1767 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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Calhoun Elementary School?
55 students attend Calhoun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Calhoun Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun Elementary School?
Calhoun Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Calhoun Elementary School offer ?
Calhoun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhoun Elementary School part of?
Calhoun Elementary School is part of Calhoun R-VIII School District.
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