Central Elementary School serves 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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-2
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
530 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Central R-III School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school is very clean and well kept, but unfortunately the teachers have a lot of issues with each other. The drama is so bad that the school had to have a private meeting about the gossiping. I spent some time at this school and I can definitely say that Andrea McIntyre starts a lot of the personal problems at the school.
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