Below Average
#1782 of 2,221 schools in MO
A. D. Stowell Elem.
Elementary School · HANNIBAL 60
500 UNION, Hannibal, MO 63401
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,782 of 2,221
In Hannibal
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
HANNIBAL 60
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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A. D. Stowell Elem.
Elementary School in Hannibal · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. D. Stowell Elem.
A. D. Stowell Elem. is a public elementary school in Hannibal, MO, part of HANNIBAL 60.
A. D. Stowell Elem. serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. D. Stowell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,782 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for A. D. Stowell Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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A. D. Stowell Elem. — Students at A. D. Stowell Elem. score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How A. D. Stowell Elem. Compares
See how A. D. Stowell Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 UNION, Hannibal, MO 63401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. D. Stowell Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMYRA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKFORD ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Frankford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hannibal, see our Hannibal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hannibal | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hannibal | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Hannibal | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Hannibal | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY SCHOOL Hannibal | 2.8 mi | — |
| OAKWOOD ELEM. Hannibal | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hannibal | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| VETERANS ELEM. Hannibal | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Seymour High School Payson | 9.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Seymour Elementary School Payson | 9.7 mi | 3.5 |
| PALMYRA HIGH Palmyra | 10.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy | 13.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra | 11.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Western Jr High School Kinderhook | 10.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra | 11.5 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANKFORD ELEM. Frankford | 14.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Quincy | 14.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy | 15.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,483
Median Home Value
$144,400
Median Rent
$824/mo
Population
21,125
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence, MO | 4.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON INTERMEDIATE Mount Vernon, MO | 4.8 |
| OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge, MO | 4.8 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| PLATO ELEM. Plato, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. D. Stowell Elem.
What grades does A. D. Stowell Elem. serve?
A. D. Stowell Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. D. Stowell Elem.?
A. D. Stowell Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. D. Stowell Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at A. D. Stowell Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. D. Stowell Elem. rank in MO?
A. D. Stowell Elem. ranks #1,782 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is A. D. Stowell Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
A. D. Stowell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. D. Stowell Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. D. Stowell Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. D. Stowell Elem. a charter school?
No, A. D. Stowell Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. D. Stowell Elem. a Title I school?
No, A. D. Stowell Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. D. Stowell Elem.?
54.3% of students at A. D. Stowell Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (573) 221-0980
Resources & Links
District
HANNIBAL 60- District Enrollment
- 3,379
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,018
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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