Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Zitzman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zitzman Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Zitzman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zitzman Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zitzman Elementary School's ranking?
Zitzman Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Zitzman Elementary School often compared to?
Zitzman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nike Elementary School, Truman Elementary School, Bismarck R-v Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Zitzman Elementary School?
339 students attend Zitzman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Zitzman Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zitzman Elementary School?
Zitzman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zitzman Elementary School offer ?
Zitzman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zitzman Elementary School part of?
Zitzman Elementary School is part of Meramec Valley R-III School District.
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