Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Holt Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Holt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Holt Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Holt 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 South Holt Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#409 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Holt Elementary School's ranking?
South Holt Elementary School is ranked #409 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Holt Elementary School?
121 students attend South Holt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Holt Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Holt Elementary School?
South Holt Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Holt Elementary School offer ?
South Holt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Holt Elementary School part of?
South Holt Elementary School is part of South Holt County R-I School District.
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