IDA CANNON MIDDLE

ELSBERRY R-II
178 TOMAHAWK DR
ELSBERRY, MO 63343
252 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Ida Cannon Middle School is a public middle school located in Elsberry, Missouri, serving as a key component of the Elsberry R-II School District. Situated on Tomahawk Drive, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of students during their critical middle school years. As part of a smaller, close-knit district, the school focuses on creating a supportive community environment where students can transition effectively from elementary education to high school preparation.

The school’s academic program is designed to provide a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with Missouri state standards while addressing the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. Through its official district website, the school maintains communication with families regarding academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and district policies. By emphasizing student engagement and local community values, Ida Cannon Middle School aims to provide a stable, foundational learning experience for the youth of the Elsberry area.
252
Total Students
19.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    219 (86.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    14 (5.6 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.6 %)
  • Black
    8 (3.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ELSBERRY R-II
Phone: (573)898-5554
Website: http://www.elsberryschools.com
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 252
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 102
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 63
Grade 6 67
Grade 7 77
Grade 8 45
Gender Ratio