Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Long Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Long Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Learning. Designing the Future.
School Rankings
Long Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long 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
#97 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Elementary School's ranking?
Long Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Long Elementary School often compared to?
Long Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Sappington Elementary School, Koch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Long Elementary School?
545 students attend Long Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Long Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Elementary School?
Long Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Long Elementary School offer ?
Long Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Elementary School part of?
Long Elementary School is part of Lindbergh Schools.
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