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#122 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 5% in state

Callaway Hills Elem.

Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY

2715 STATE RD AA, Holts Summit, MO 65043

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#122 of 2,221

In Holts Summit

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 16

JEFFERSON CITY

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Callaway Hills Elem.

8.6/10

Elementary School in Holts Summit · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Callaway Hills Elem.

Callaway Hills Elem. is a public elementary school in Holts Summit, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Callaway Hills Elem. serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Callaway Hills Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Callaway Hills Elem. show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Callaway Hills 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 Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.2% (2024 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,522
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Callaway Hills Elem. — Students at Callaway Hills Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.2% (2024 MAP)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
42.2%
2025
Math
51%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Callaway Hills Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

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

2715 STATE RD AA, Holts Summit, MO 65043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Callaway Hills Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a very similar rating. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holts Summit, see our Holts Summit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH ELEM. Holts Summit 2.0 mi 7.1
NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield 3.8 mi 3.2
NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield 3.9 mi 6.5
H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City 7.5 mi
EAST ELEM. Jefferson City 7.9 mi 6.1
LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City 8.2 mi 5.3
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City 7.6 mi 6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.0 mi 7.8
SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City 8.0 mi 5.4
MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.4 mi
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City 8.5 mi 8.5
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City 8.6 mi 6.8
SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City 8.5 mi 8.8
WEST ELEM. Jefferson City 8.1 mi 6.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.7 mi 5.3
BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City 8.1 mi 8.6
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City 9.1 mi 4.2
HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.8 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.4 mi 6.0
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Jefferson City 11.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,013

Median Home Value

$209,600

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

9,994

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. Gower, MO 8.6
SANTA FE ELEM. Waverly, MO 8.6
BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.5
BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 8.5
CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO 8.5
EAST LYNNE ELEM. East Lynne, MO 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Callaway Hills Elem.

What grades does Callaway Hills Elem. serve?

Callaway Hills Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Callaway Hills Elem.?

Callaway Hills Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Callaway Hills Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Callaway Hills Elem. is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Callaway Hills Elem. rank in MO?

Callaway Hills Elem. ranks #122 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Callaway Hills Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Callaway Hills Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Callaway Hills Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Callaway Hills Elem. has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Callaway Hills Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Callaway Hills Elem. a Title I school?

No, Callaway Hills Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

53.8% of students at Callaway Hills 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
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Callaway County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

JEFFERSON CITY
District Enrollment
8,560
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,522
District Rank
#4 of 16

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