Serving 249 students in grades 1-4, Southeast 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1579 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
33%
15%
White
51%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sikeston R-6 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #1579 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
249 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Sikeston R-6 School District.
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