Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Comfort Elementary School's student population of 197 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Rocky Comfort Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Comfort Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#197 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcdonald County R-I School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Comfort Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Comfort Elementary School?
197 students attend Rocky Comfort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rocky Comfort Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Comfort Elementary School?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rocky Comfort Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Comfort Elementary School part of?
Rocky Comfort Elementary School is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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