6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Schell City, Missouri

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.1/10
Median household income: $41,493
Median home value: $102,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 11%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Schell City compares

Median household income

$41k

63% of Missouri median

About Schools in Schell City, Missouri

Schell City, Missouri is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Schell City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Schell City is Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elem. with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Schell City is served by 1 school district: NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I. These districts collectively serve 201 students.

Schell City's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,493. The poverty rate in the area is 15.1%.

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	NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I ELEM. 98 students · Pre-K–6th	98	Pre-K–6th	6.1

Schools in Schell City

Schell City, Missouri · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$41,493

Median Home Value

$102,800

Median Rent

$529/mo

Population

575

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Community Profile

Schell City has a median household income of $41,493. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,800, with a median rent of $529/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Missouri
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Resources

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School District

NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I

2 schools · 201 students

Nearby Cities

Walker (1 school)

10 mi

Appleton City (2 schools)

12 mi

El Dorado Springs (4 schools)

12 mi

Rich Hill (2 schools)

Deepwater (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 Schell City, Missouri

How many schools are in Schell City, Missouri?

Schell City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Schell City, Missouri?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Schell City is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Schell City, Missouri?

The top-ranked school in Schell City on MySchoolScout is Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elem. with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Schell City, Missouri?

The top-ranked elementary school in Schell City on MySchoolScout is Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elem. with a composite score of 6.1/10.

How many school districts serve Schell City, Missouri?

Schell City is served by 1 school district: Northeast Vernon Co. R-i.

What is the education level in Schell City, Missouri?

According to Census data, 11% of adults in Schell City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Schell City, Missouri?

The median household income in Schell City is approximately $41,493 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Schell City, Missouri?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Schell City is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Schell City, 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.