Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hermitage Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermitage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hermitage Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hermitage Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermitage Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#610 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermitage Elementary School's ranking?
Hermitage Elementary School is ranked #610 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hermitage Elementary School?
138 students attend Hermitage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hermitage Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermitage Elementary School?
Hermitage Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hermitage Elementary School offer ?
Hermitage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermitage Elementary School part of?
Hermitage Elementary School is part of Hermitage R-IV School District.
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