Best Schools in Cosby, Missouri
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Cosby by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Avenue City Elem.
Elementary · Avenue City R-ix. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$267,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$267,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cosby
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 | Avenue City Elem. | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $107,692
- Median home value
- $267,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cosby compares
Median household income
$108k
164% of Missouri median
About Schools in Cosby, Missouri
Cosby, Missouri is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Cosby show moderate performance 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 Cosby is Avenue City Elem. with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cosby is served by 1 school district: AVENUE CITY R-IX. These districts collectively serve 226 students.
Cosby's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,692. The poverty rate in the area is 0.4%.
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 | 226 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 |
Schools in Cosby
Cosby, Missouri · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,692
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
965
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
0.4%
Community Profile
Cosby has a median household income of $107,692. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $267,900, with a median rent of $1,658/month. The local poverty rate of 0.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Missouri
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cosby, Missouri
How many schools are in Cosby, Missouri?
Cosby has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cosby, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cosby is 6.7 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 Cosby, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Cosby on MySchoolScout is Avenue City Elem. with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cosby, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cosby on MySchoolScout is Avenue City Elem. with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Cosby, Missouri?
Cosby is served by 1 school district: Avenue City R-ix.
What is the education level in Cosby, Missouri?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Cosby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cosby, Missouri?
The median household income in Cosby is approximately $107,692 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cosby, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cosby is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cosby, 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.