Serving 188 students in grades 3-6, Neelyville 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 48% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neelyville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Neelyville Elementary School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
Together Inspiring Growth Ensuring Repeated Success
School Rankings
Neelyville 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 Neelyville Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#491 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neelyville Elementary School's ranking?
Neelyville Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Neelyville Elementary School often compared to?
Neelyville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fisk Elementary School, Qulin Elementary School, Poplar Bluff Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Neelyville Elementary School?
188 students attend Neelyville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Neelyville Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neelyville Elementary School?
Neelyville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Neelyville Elementary School offer ?
Neelyville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neelyville Elementary School part of?
Neelyville Elementary School is part of Neelyville R-IV School District.
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