Average
#938 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 42% in state
Avenue City Elem.
Elementary School · AVENUE CITY R-IX
18069 HWY 169, Cosby, MO 64436
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#938 of 2,221
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Avenue City Elem.
Elementary School in Cosby · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Avenue City Elem.
Avenue City Elem. is a public elementary school in Cosby, MO, part of AVENUE CITY R-IX. Avenue City Elem. serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Avenue City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Avenue City Elem. show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Avenue City 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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Avenue City Elem. — Students at Avenue City Elem. score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 6.2/10.
How Avenue City Elem. Compares
See how Avenue City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18069 HWY 169, Cosby, MO 64436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avenue City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), which scores notably higher. Another option is PERSHING ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN GLENN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cosby, see our Cosby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOSANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.0 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| JOHN GLENN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 6.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 6.6 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SAVANNAH HIGH Savannah | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 6.3 mi | 3.4 |
| MINNIE CLINE ELEM. Savannah | 6.7 mi | 4.7 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 7.6 mi | — |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 7.7 mi | — |
| HELENA ELEM. Helena | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CTR Savannah | 6.9 mi | 3.3 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 7.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SAVANNAH MIDDLE Savannah | 6.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,692
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
965
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
83.5%
Poverty Rate
0.4%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek, MO | 6.7 |
| BENTON ELEM. Marshall, MO | 6.7 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 6.7 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell, MO | 6.7 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus, MO | 6.7 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avenue City Elem.
What grades does Avenue City Elem. serve?
Avenue City Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Avenue City Elem.?
Avenue City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avenue City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Avenue City Elem. is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avenue City Elem. rank in MO?
Avenue City Elem. ranks #938 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Avenue City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Avenue City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Avenue City Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avenue City Elem. has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Avenue City Elem. a charter school?
No, Avenue City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Avenue City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Avenue City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avenue City Elem.?
14.6% of students at Avenue City 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Andrew County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (816) 662-2305
Resources & Links
District
AVENUE CITY R-IX- District Enrollment
- 226
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,819
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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