Serving 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pemiscot Co. R-iii 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School's student population of 116 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pemiscot Co. R-iii 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 Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1094 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
99%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School's ranking?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School is ranked #1094 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School?
116 students attend Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School offer ?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School part of?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School is part of Pemiscot County R-III School District.
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