Chance Elementary School serves 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chance Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chance Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chance Elementary School often compared to?
Chance Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallsville Primary, Macon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Chance Elementary School?
370 students attend Chance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chance Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chance Elementary School?
Chance Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chance Elementary School offer ?
Chance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chance Elementary School part of?
Chance Elementary School is part of Centralia R-VI School District.
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