Serving 653 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henderson 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 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henderson Elementary School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Love. Teach. Inspire. Every Kid. Every Day.
School Rankings
Henderson 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 Henderson Elementary School is 0.53, which is more 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
#260 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Francis Howell R-III School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Elementary School is ranked #260 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Henderson Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvest Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Henderson Elementary School?
653 students attend Henderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Henderson Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson Elementary School?
Henderson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henderson Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson Elementary School part of?
Henderson Elementary School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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