Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hume Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than 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 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hume Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hume Elementary School's student population of 67 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
Educating and training today; embracing tomorrow's opportunities.
School Rankings
Hume 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 Hume Elementary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#1159 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hume Elementary School's ranking?
Hume Elementary School is ranked #1159 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hume Elementary School?
67 students attend Hume Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hume Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hume Elementary School?
Hume Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hume Elementary School offer ?
Hume Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hume Elementary School part of?
Hume Elementary School is part of Hume R-VIII School District.
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