Serving 437 students in grades 4-5, Paxton 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 was 66% (which was higher than the Missouri state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 79% (which was higher than the Missouri state average of 63%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)66%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)2%
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)7%
6%
Black
(15-16)4%
16%
White
(15-16)83%
72%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)4%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% MO state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% MO state average).
How many students attend Paxton School?
437 students attend Paxton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Paxton School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxton School?
Paxton School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paxton School offer ?
Paxton School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Paxton School part of?
Paxton School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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