Very Good
#796 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
Green Ridge Elem.
Elementary School · GREEN RIDGE R-VIII
PO BOX 70, Green Ridge, MO 65332
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#796 of 2,221
In Green Ridge
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
GREEN RIDGE R-VIII
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Green Ridge Elem.
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About Green Ridge Elem.
Green Ridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Green Ridge, MO, part of GREEN RIDGE R-VIII. Green Ridge Elem. serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Green Ridge Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Green Ridge Elem.
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- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, Green Ridge Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Green Ridge Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Green Ridge Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Green Ridge Elem. — Students at Green Ridge Elem. score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Green Ridge Elem. Compares
See how Green Ridge Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 70, Green Ridge, MO 65332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Ridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KNOB NOSTER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Knob Noster), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby La Monte), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Green Ridge, see our Green Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte | 7.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WINDSOR HIGH Windsor | 8.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WINDSOR ELEM. Windsor | 8.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 9.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 10.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 10.5 mi | 7.8 |
| WINDSOR AMISH SCHOOLS Windsor | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 9.6 mi | — |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 9.4 mi | 7.7 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 10.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 10.7 mi | 7.9 |
| WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. Whiteman Afb | 11.8 mi | 5.0 |
| KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster | 12.4 mi | 8.1 |
| KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster | 12.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 11.5 mi | 8.6 |
| KNOB NOSTER HIGH Knob Noster | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia | 11.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia | 11.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,882
Median Home Value
$219,800
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
2,023
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
90.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
51.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE EYE ELEM. Blue Eye, MO | 7.0 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia, MO | 7.0 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.0 |
| QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin, MO | 7.0 |
| SHELL KNOB ELEM. Shell Knob, MO | 7.0 |
| SOUTH IRON ELEM. Annapolis, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Ridge Elem.
What grades does Green Ridge Elem. serve?
Green Ridge Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Green Ridge Elem.?
Green Ridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Ridge Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Ridge Elem. is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Ridge Elem. rank in MO?
Green Ridge Elem. ranks #796 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Green Ridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Green Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Green Ridge Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Ridge Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Green Ridge Elem. a charter school?
No, Green Ridge Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Ridge Elem. a Title I school?
No, Green Ridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Ridge Elem.?
49.7% of students at Green Ridge Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pettis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (660) 527-3315
Resources & Links
District
GREEN RIDGE R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 348
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,592
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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