Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Macon 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 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macon Elementary School's student population of 509 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-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macon 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 Macon Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#933 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon Elementary School's ranking?
Macon Elementary School is ranked #933 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Macon Elementary School often compared to?
Macon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta Elementary School, Chance Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Macon Elementary School?
509 students attend Macon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Macon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macon Elementary School?
Macon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Macon Elementary School offer ?
Macon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macon Elementary School part of?
Macon Elementary School is part of Macon County R-I School District.
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