Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Traditional School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Traditional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Traditional School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Traditional School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Traditional School is 0.69, 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
#437 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
24%
15%
White
48%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pattonville R-III School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traditional School's ranking?
Traditional School is ranked #437 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Traditional School often compared to?
Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pattonville Heights Middle School, Bridgeway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Traditional School?
392 students attend Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Traditional School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Traditional School?
Traditional School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Traditional School offer ?
Traditional School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Traditional School part of?
Traditional School is part of Pattonville R-III School District.
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