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Very Good

#651 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 29% in state

Beaufort Elem.

Elementary School · UNION R-XI

PO BOX 440, Beaufort, MO 63084

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#651 of 2,221

In district

#2 of 5

UNION R-XI

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

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About Beaufort Elem.

Beaufort Elem. is a public elementary school in Beaufort, MO, part of UNION R-XI. Beaufort Elem. serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaufort Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #651 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Beaufort Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Beaufort 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,594
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Beaufort Elem. — Students at Beaufort Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
75.5%
ELA
60.7%
2025
Math
71.6%
ELA
62.2%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Beaufort Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 440, Beaufort, MO 63084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beaufort Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRING BLUFF ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Sullivan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Campbellton Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaufort, see our Beaufort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
UNION HIGH Union 6.0 mi 6.1
ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Washington 7.0 mi 5.6
AUTUMN HILL SCHOOL Union 6.4 mi 2.5
UNION MIDDLE Union 6.9 mi 4.1
Clearview Elementary Union 7.3 mi 6.8
Campbellton Elementary New Haven 8.9 mi 8.9
CENTRAL ELEM. Union 7.1 mi 8.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union 7.1 mi 6.0
FRANKLIN CO. SPECL. ED. COOP. St. Clair 9.8 mi 4.8
Early Learning Center Washington 10.5 mi 5.2
Washington West Elementary Washington 10.5 mi 7.6
SPRING BLUFF ELEM. Sullivan 10.6 mi 9.1
PRAIRIE DELL ELEMENTARY Union 9.1 mi 6.7
ST. FRANCIS BORGIA HIGH SCHOOL Washington 10.6 mi 5.7
ST. CLAIR ELEM. St. Clair 10.1 mi 4.9
Washington Middle Washington 10.9 mi 8.0
EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair 10.4 mi 6.4
Washington High School Washington 11.0 mi 6.1
ST. CLAIR HIGH St. Clair 10.4 mi 5.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Washington 11.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,332

Median Home Value

$221,800

Median Rent

$852/mo

Population

20,511

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

37.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO 7.3
CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO 7.3
CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO 7.3
COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.3
FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO 7.3
FREMONT ELEM. Springfield, MO 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beaufort Elem.

What grades does Beaufort Elem. serve?

Beaufort Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beaufort Elem.?

Beaufort Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Beaufort Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beaufort Elem. rank in MO?

Beaufort Elem. ranks #651 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Beaufort Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Beaufort Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Beaufort Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaufort Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beaufort Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Beaufort Elem. a Title I school?

No, Beaufort Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

37.5% of students at Beaufort 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

UNION R-XI
District Enrollment
3,142
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,594
District Rank
#2 of 5

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