Serving 505 students in grades 2-3, Carl Junction Primary 2-3 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl Junction Primary 2-3's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is 0.33, 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
#425 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carl Junction R-I School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Junction Primary 2-3's ranking?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is ranked #425 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
505 students attend Carl Junction Primary 2-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Carl Junction Primary 2-3 students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Junction Primary 2-3?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offer ?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Junction Primary 2-3 part of?
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 is part of Carl Junction R-I School District.
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