Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moreau Heights 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moreau Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Moreau Heights Elementary School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Giving every student hope for a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
Moreau Heights 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 Moreau Heights Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1746 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
26%
15%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moreau Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Moreau Heights Elementary School is ranked #1746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Moreau Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Moreau Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Moreau Heights Elementary School?
324 students attend Moreau Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Moreau Heights Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moreau Heights Elementary School?
Moreau Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moreau Heights Elementary School offer ?
Moreau Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moreau Heights Elementary School part of?
Moreau Heights Elementary School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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