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Very Good

#525 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 24% in state

Adair Co. Elem.

Elementary School · ADAIR CO. R-II

205 W DEWEY, Brashear, MO 63533

Enrollment

82

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#525 of 2,221

In Brashear

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

ADAIR CO. R-II

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Adair Co. Elem.

7.5/10

Elementary School in Brashear · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Adair Co. High

8.0/10

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6.6/10

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About Adair Co. Elem.

Adair Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Brashear, MO, part of ADAIR CO. R-II.

Adair Co. Elem. serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Adair Co.

Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #525 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Adair Co. Elem. show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 82 students, Adair Co. Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Adair Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Adair Co. Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,714
Chronic Absenteeism11%

Adair Co. Elem. — Students at Adair Co. Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Adair Co. Elem. Compares

See how Adair Co. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
76th percentile in MO
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

Location

205 W DEWEY, Brashear, MO 63533

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adair Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATLANTA ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA PLATA ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby La Plata), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Kirksville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brashear, see our Brashear schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear 0.0 mi 8.0
LA PLATA HIGH La Plata 10.5 mi 6.6
LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata 10.7 mi 7.9
RAY MILLER ELEM. Kirksville 9.9 mi 7.0
KIRKSVILLE PRIMARY Kirksville 9.9 mi 7.2
WILLIAM MATTHEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Kirksville 10.0 mi 7.6
KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH Kirksville 10.1 mi 5.9
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville 10.3 mi 7.4
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kirksville 10.8 mi 5.4
LIFE CHURCH SCHOOL Kirksville 11.5 mi
KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina 12.8 mi 7.0
KNOX CO. HIGH Edina 12.8 mi 8.3
ATLANTA ELEM. Atlanta 18.4 mi 9.6
ATLANTA HIGH Atlanta 18.4 mi 7.7
SCHUYLER CO. ELEM. Queen City 21.2 mi 4.2
SCHUYLER CO. HIGH Queen City 21.2 mi 6.9
ADAIR CO. ELEM. Novinger 18.0 mi 5.4
ADAIR CO. HIGH Novinger 18.0 mi 6.5
SCOTLAND CO. HIGH Memphis 24.7 mi 5.4
SCOTLAND CO. ELEM. Memphis 24.8 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,821

Median Home Value

$186,900

Median Rent

$681/mo

Population

1,092

College Educated

10.9%

Homeownership

86.1%

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau, MO 7.5
ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 7.5
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 7.5
CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO 7.4
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville, MO 7.4
HOLY ROSARY Clinton, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adair Co. Elem.

What grades does Adair Co. Elem. serve?

Adair Co. Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Adair Co. Elem.?

Adair Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adair Co. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Adair Co. Elem. is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Adair Co. Elem. rank in MO?

Adair Co. Elem. ranks #525 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Adair Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Adair Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Adair Co. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Adair Co. Elem. has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Adair Co. Elem. a charter school?

No, Adair Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Adair Co. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Adair Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adair Co. Elem.?

46.3% of students at Adair Co. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Adair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

District

ADAIR CO. R-II
District Enrollment
152
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,714
District Rank
#2 of 2

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