Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Zitzman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zitzman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Zitzman Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zitzman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zitzman Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#327 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zitzman Elementary School's ranking?
Zitzman Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Zitzman Elementary School often compared to?
Zitzman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nike Elementary School, Bismarck R-v Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Zitzman Elementary School?
469 students attend Zitzman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Zitzman Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zitzman Elementary School?
Zitzman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zitzman Elementary School offer ?
Zitzman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zitzman Elementary School part of?
Zitzman Elementary School is part of Meramec Valley R-III School District.
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