Very Good
#469 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 21% in state
Arcadia Valley Elem.
Elementary School · ARCADIA VALLEY R-II
700 PARK DR, Ironton, MO 63650
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#469 of 2,221
In Ironton
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
ARCADIA VALLEY R-II
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Arcadia Valley Elem.
Elementary School in Ironton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arcadia Valley Elem.
Arcadia Valley Elem. is a public elementary school in Ironton, MO, part of ARCADIA VALLEY R-II. Arcadia Valley Elem. serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Arcadia Valley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Arcadia Valley Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Arcadia Valley 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
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Arcadia Valley Elem. — Students at Arcadia Valley Elem. score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 7.3/10.
How Arcadia Valley Elem. Compares
See how Arcadia Valley Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 PARK DR, Ironton, MO 63650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arcadia Valley Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LESTERVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Lesterville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST COUNTY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CALEDONIA ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ironton, see our Ironton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE Ironton | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY HIGH Ironton | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BELLEVIEW ELEM. Belleview | 10.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck | 12.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck | 12.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CALEDONIA ELEM. Caledonia | 15.0 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY HIGH Caledonia | 15.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH IRON ELEM. Annapolis | 16.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTH IRON HIGH Annapolis | 16.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LESTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Lesterville | 15.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LESTERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Lesterville | 15.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Lesterville | 15.1 mi | 3.9 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 17.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills | 18.6 mi | 8.5 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 16.8 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills | 18.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills | 19.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 18.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 17.8 mi | 7.1 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 17.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,261
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$755/mo
Population
3,688
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO | 7.6 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 7.6 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO | 7.6 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arcadia Valley Elem.
What grades does Arcadia Valley Elem. serve?
Arcadia Valley Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Arcadia Valley Elem.?
Arcadia Valley Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arcadia Valley Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Arcadia Valley Elem. is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arcadia Valley Elem. rank in MO?
Arcadia Valley Elem. ranks #469 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Arcadia Valley Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Arcadia Valley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Arcadia Valley Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arcadia Valley Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Arcadia Valley Elem. a charter school?
No, Arcadia Valley Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arcadia Valley Elem. a Title I school?
No, Arcadia Valley Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arcadia Valley Elem.?
100.3% of students at Arcadia Valley 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Iron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (573) 546-9700
Resources & Links
District
ARCADIA VALLEY R-II- District Enrollment
- 992
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,267
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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