Very Good
#337 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 15% in state
Bunceton Elem.
Elementary School · COOPER CO. R-IV
500 E MAIN, Bunceton, MO 65237
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#337 of 2,221
In Bunceton
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
COOPER CO. R-IV
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bunceton Elem.
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About Bunceton Elem.
Bunceton Elem. is a public elementary school in Bunceton, MO, part of COOPER CO. R-IV. Bunceton Elem. serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bunceton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bunceton Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Bunceton 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Bunceton Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bunceton 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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Bunceton Elem. — Students at Bunceton Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.5/10.
How Bunceton Elem. Compares
See how Bunceton 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
500 E MAIN, Bunceton, MO 65237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bunceton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIPTON ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Tipton), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST ANDREW SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Tipton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PILOT GROVE ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Pilot Grove), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bunceton, see our Bunceton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUNCETON HIGH Bunceton | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bunceton | 3.9 mi | — |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton | 9.4 mi | 7.4 |
| TIPTON ELEM. Tipton | 9.4 mi | 7.6 |
| TIPTON HIGH Tipton | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PILOT GROVE ELEM. Pilot Grove | 8.6 mi | 6.9 |
| PILOT GROVE HIGH Pilot Grove | 8.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pilot Grove | 8.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville | 10.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville | 10.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg | 11.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville | 12.9 mi | 4.0 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville | 13.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Boonville | 13.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. Prairie Home | 10.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PRAIRIE HOME HIGH Prairie Home | 10.8 mi | 6.2 |
| OTTERVILLE ELEM. Otterville | 12.8 mi | 4.3 |
| OTTERVILLE HIGH Otterville | 12.8 mi | 5.7 |
| New Franklin Middle-High New Franklin | 16.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,417
Median Home Value
$122,400
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
798
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
55.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. Tina, MO | 7.9 |
| THORNFIELD ELEM. Thornfield, MO | 8.0 |
| HALE ELEM. Hale, MO | 7.8 |
| KEYTESVILLE ELEM. Keytesville, MO | 7.8 |
| COWGILL ELEM. Cowgill, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bunceton Elem.
What grades does Bunceton Elem. serve?
Bunceton Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Bunceton Elem.?
Bunceton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bunceton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bunceton Elem. is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bunceton Elem. rank in MO?
Bunceton Elem. ranks #337 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bunceton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bunceton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Bunceton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bunceton Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bunceton Elem. a charter school?
No, Bunceton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bunceton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bunceton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bunceton Elem.?
100.0% of students at Bunceton 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cooper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (660) 427-5415
Resources & Links
District
COOPER CO. R-IV- District Enrollment
- 86
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,826
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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