Granby is a city in Newton County, Missouri, United States. The population was 2,134 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Joplin, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Granby 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 23% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granby's student population of 583 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Granby 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 Granby is 0.29, 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
#1738 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
84%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granby's ranking?
Granby is ranked #1738 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Granby?
583 students attend Granby.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Granby students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granby?
Granby has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Granby offer ?
Granby offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Granby part of?
Granby is part of East Newton County R-VI School District.
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