Below Average
#1911 of 2,221 schools in MO
Bush Elem.
Elementary School · FULTON 58
908 WOOD ST, Fulton, MO 65251
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,911 of 2,221
In Fulton
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
FULTON 58
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Bush Elem.
Elementary School in Fulton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bush Elem.
Bush Elem. is a public elementary school in Fulton, MO, part of FULTON 58. Bush Elem. serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bush Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,911 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Bush Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bush Elem. — Students at Bush Elem. score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Bush Elem. Compares
See how Bush 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
908 WOOD ST, Fulton, MO 65251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bush Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Mokane), which scores notably higher. Another option is HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Kingdom City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 (rated 7.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Mokane), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fulton | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WHEELER HIGH Fulton | 0.5 mi | — |
| WHEELER MIDDLE Fulton | 0.5 mi | — |
| STARK ELEM. Fulton | 0.5 mi | — |
| FULTON MIDDLE Fulton | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR Fulton | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| FULTON TREATMENT CTR. Fulton | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CALAWAY COUNTY Fulton | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SHEPHERDSFIELD SCHOOL Fulton | 4.6 mi | — |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City | 9.1 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse | 11.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 Mokane | 11.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. Mokane | 11.6 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE Mokane | 11.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY HIGH Mokane | 11.7 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$172,200
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
22,077
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO | 4.4 |
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon, MO | 4.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.4 |
| JAMESTOWN ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.4 |
| MAYSVILLE ELEM. Maysville, MO | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bush Elem.
What grades does Bush Elem. serve?
Bush Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bush Elem.?
Bush Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bush Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bush Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bush Elem. rank in MO?
Bush Elem. ranks #1,911 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bush Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bush Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Bush Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bush Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bush Elem. a charter school?
No, Bush Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bush Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bush Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bush Elem.?
59.5% of students at Bush 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Callaway County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (573) 590-8400
Resources & Links
District
FULTON 58- District Enrollment
- 2,277
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,012
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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