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East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School

24 S Herren Ave
Ellsinore, MO 63937
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20% in MO
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's student population of 343 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii 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 East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#399 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
60-64%
40%
45-49%
43%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School's ranking?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
343 students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offer ?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School part of?
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School is part of East Carter County R-II School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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