8.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cosby, Missouri

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.0/10
Median household income: $107,692
Median home value: $267,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

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 8.0 out of 10, schools in Cosby perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Cosby is Avenue City Elem. with a composite score of 8.0/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	AVENUE CITY ELEM. 226 students · Pre-K–8th	226	Pre-K–8th	8.0

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.

Quick Facts

State: Missouri
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Resources

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School District

AVENUE CITY R-IX

1 school · 226 students

Nearby Cities

St. Joseph (33 schools)

Union Star (3 schools)

12 mi

Rosendale (3 schools)

14 mi

Faucett (2 schools)

16 mi

Stewartsville (2 schools)

15 mi

King City (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Missouri

Top metros statewide by school count.

St. Louis 290 schools Kansas City 197 schools Springfield 82 schools Columbia 47 schools St. Charles 41 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 8.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 8.0/10.

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 8.0/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.