SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM.
SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JOPLIN SCHOOLS school district, located in JOPLIN, MO with about 385 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Soaring Heights Elementary is a public school located in Joplin, Missouri, serving as part of the Joplin Schools district. The school is committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for elementary-aged students, focusing on academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential foundational skills. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the school aims to prepare its students for future educational success while fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
Beyond core academics, Soaring Heights Elementary emphasizes the importance of holistic development, often integrating social-emotional learning and extracurricular opportunities into the student experience. The school works closely with families and the local Joplin community to ensure students have the resources they need to thrive. For those looking for specific information regarding school policies, calendar events, or academic programs, the official district website at [joplinschools.org](http://www.joplinschools.org) serves as the primary resource for parents and community members.
For more information, contact SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. at (417) 625-5330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JOPLIN, MO 64802-0128
(417) 625-5330
http://www.joplinschools.org
SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. is a public Title I school in JOPLIN, MO with about 385 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- JOPLIN SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 385
- Teachers:
- 28.78
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 385 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 77.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.1%
- Two or more races
- 6.8%
- Black or African American
- 2.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.3%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.