Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crest Ridge 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 35-39% (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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crest Ridge Elementary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crest Ridge 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 Crest Ridge Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#936 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Crest Ridge Elementary School is ranked #936 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Crest Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Crest Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Crest Ridge Elementary School?
276 students attend Crest Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Crest Ridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest Ridge Elementary School?
Crest Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crest Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Crest Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest Ridge Elementary School part of?
Crest Ridge Elementary School is part of Johnson County R-VII School District.
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