Appleton City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Appleton City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Asian
(22-23)1%
2%
Hispanic
(22-23)2%
8%
Black
(22-23)2%
15%
White
(22-23)95%
69%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)n/a
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton City Elementary School's ranking?
Appleton City Elementary School is ranked #1746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Appleton City Elementary School?
130 students attend Appleton City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Appleton City Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Appleton City Elementary School offer ?
Appleton City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appleton City Elementary School part of?
Appleton City Elementary School is part of Appleton City R-II School District.
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