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#842 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 38% in state
Belle Elem.
Elementary School · MARIES CO. R-II
PO BOX 819, Belle, MO 65013
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#842 of 2,221
In Belle
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
MARIES CO. R-II
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Belle Elem.
Elementary School in Belle · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belle Elem.
Belle Elem. is a public elementary school in Belle, MO, part of MARIES CO. R-II. Belle Elem. serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio.
Belle Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Belle Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Belle 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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Belle Elem. — Students at Belle Elem. score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 6.7/10.
How Belle Elem. Compares
See how Belle 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
PO BOX 819, Belle, MO 65013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIENNA ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is FATIMA ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Westphalia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OSAGE CO. ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Linn), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belle, see our Belle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELLE HIGH Belle | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MARIES CO. MIDDLE Bland | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeburg | 11.3 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeburg | 11.3 mi | — |
| OSAGE CO. ELEM. Linn | 13.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LINN HIGH Linn | 13.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Freeburg | 10.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST GEORGE SCHOOL Linn | 15.1 mi | 4.5 |
| VIENNA ELEM. Vienna | 13.7 mi | 8.6 |
| VIENNA HIGH Vienna | 13.7 mi | 8.3 |
| VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna | 13.7 mi | 5.2 |
| VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna | 13.9 mi | 5.5 |
| OWENSVILLE MIDDLE Owensville | 14.5 mi | 3.9 |
| OWENSVILLE HIGH Owensville | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OWENSVILLE ELEM. Owensville | 14.8 mi | 3.1 |
| ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James | 20.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FATIMA HIGH Westphalia | 17.9 mi | 8.3 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia | 17.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westphalia | 18.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST. JAMES HIGH St. James | 21.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,337
Median Home Value
$196,400
Median Rent
$589/mo
Population
2,973
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City, MO | 6.9 |
| BLACK HAWK ELEM. Kahoka, MO | 6.9 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia, MO | 6.9 |
| DEAR ELEM. Richmond, MO | 6.9 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights, MO | 6.9 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Elem.
What grades does Belle Elem. serve?
Belle Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Belle Elem.?
Belle Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Elem. rank in MO?
Belle Elem. ranks #842 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Belle Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Belle Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belle Elem. a charter school?
No, Belle Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Elem. a Title I school?
No, Belle Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Elem.?
84.8% of students at Belle 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
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Maries County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (573) 859-3326
Resources & Links
District
MARIES CO. R-II- District Enrollment
- 692
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,771
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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