Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Koch Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Koch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Koch Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Koch Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Koch 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
#2045 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
98%
15%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koch Elementary School's ranking?
Koch Elementary School is ranked #2045 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Koch Elementary School?
299 students attend Koch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Koch Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koch Elementary School?
Koch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Koch Elementary School offer ?
Koch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Koch Elementary School part of?
Koch Elementary School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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