Serving 89 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Couch 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Couch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Couch Elementary School's student population of 89 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Couch 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 Couch Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1131 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Couch Elementary School's ranking?
Couch Elementary School is ranked #1131 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Couch Elementary School?
89 students attend Couch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Couch Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Couch Elementary School?
Couch Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Couch Elementary School offer ?
Couch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Couch Elementary School part of?
Couch Elementary School is part of Couch R-I School District.
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