Best Schools in Carterville, Missouri
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Carterville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carterville Elem.
Elementary · Webb City R-vii. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$95,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$95,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carterville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carterville Elem. | 8.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $55,099
- Median home value
- $95,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Carterville compares
Median household income
$55k
84% of Missouri median
About Schools in Carterville, Missouri
Carterville, Missouri is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Carterville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carterville is Carterville Elem. with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carterville is served by 1 school district: WEBB CITY R-VII. These districts collectively serve 4,618 students.
Carterville's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,099. The poverty rate in the area is 20.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 243 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.5 |
Schools in Carterville
Carterville, Missouri · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,099
Median Home Value
$95,400
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
1,978
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
20.0%
Community Profile
Carterville has a median household income of $55,099. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $95,400, with a median rent of $823/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Carterville, Missouri
How many schools are in Carterville, Missouri?
Carterville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carterville, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carterville is 8.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Carterville, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Carterville Elem. with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carterville, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carterville on MySchoolScout is Carterville Elem. with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Carterville, Missouri?
Carterville is served by 1 school district: Webb City R-vii.
What is the education level in Carterville, Missouri?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Carterville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carterville, Missouri?
The median household income in Carterville is approximately $55,099 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carterville, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carterville is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carterville, Missouri?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.