Very Good
#520 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 23% in state
Caledonia Elem.
Elementary School · VALLEY R-VI
1 VIKING DR, Caledonia, MO 63631
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#520 of 2,221
In Caledonia
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
VALLEY R-VI
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Caledonia Elem.
Elementary School in Caledonia · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Caledonia Elem.
Caledonia Elem. is a public elementary school in Caledonia, MO, part of VALLEY R-VI. Caledonia Elem. serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Caledonia Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Caledonia Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Caledonia 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Caledonia Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Caledonia 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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Caledonia Elem. — Students at Caledonia Elem. score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 7.0/10.
How Caledonia Elem. Compares
See how Caledonia Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 VIKING DR, Caledonia, MO 63631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caledonia Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST COUNTY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Ironton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOACHIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Cadet), a more accessible option. For more schools in Caledonia, see our Caledonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY HIGH Caledonia | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BELLEVIEW ELEM. Belleview | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| POTOSI ELEM. Potosi | 10.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CITADEL SCHOOL Potosi | 10.8 mi | — |
| POTOSI HIGH Potosi | 10.9 mi | 5.7 |
| TROJAN INTERMEDIATE Potosi | 11.0 mi | 5.5 |
| JOHN A. EVANS MIDDLE Potosi | 11.0 mi | 8.8 |
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck | 8.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills | 10.8 mi | 8.5 |
| WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills | 11.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills | 11.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton | 15.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE Ironton | 15.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY HIGH Ironton | 15.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOACHIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cadet | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 13.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 14.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 15.1 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 14.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,344
Median Home Value
$138,100
Median Rent
$763/mo
Population
687
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
87.8%
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 7.6 |
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark, MO | 7.6 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.6 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence, MO | 7.6 |
| SUGAR CREEK ELEM. Sugar Creek, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caledonia Elem.
What grades does Caledonia Elem. serve?
Caledonia Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Caledonia Elem.?
Caledonia Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caledonia Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Caledonia Elem. is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caledonia Elem. rank in MO?
Caledonia Elem. ranks #520 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Caledonia Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Caledonia Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Caledonia Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caledonia Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Caledonia Elem. a charter school?
No, Caledonia Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caledonia Elem. a Title I school?
No, Caledonia Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caledonia Elem.?
55.6% of students at Caledonia 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
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (573) 779-3446
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY R-VI- District Enrollment
- 349
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,920
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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