Serving 342 students in grades 1-4, Eugene Field Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugene Field Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Eugene Field Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Eugene Field 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 Eugene Field Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#783 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugene Field Elementary School's ranking?
Eugene Field Elementary School is ranked #783 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?
40-44% 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 Eugene Field Elementary School?
342 students attend Eugene Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Eugene Field Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugene Field Elementary School?
Eugene Field Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eugene Field Elementary School offer ?
Eugene Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugene Field Elementary School part of?
Eugene Field Elementary School is part of Maryville R-II School District.
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