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#162 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 7% in state

Carterville Elem.

Elementary School · WEBB CITY R-VII

210 E HALL, Carterville, MO 64835

Enrollment

243

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#162 of 2,221

In district

#1 of 11

WEBB CITY R-VII

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Carterville Elem.

8.5/10

Elementary School in Carterville · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Webster Primary Ctr.

5.2/10

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5.5/10

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About Carterville Elem.

Carterville Elem. is a public elementary school in Carterville, MO, part of WEBB CITY R-VII. Carterville Elem. serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carterville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Carterville Elem. show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+10.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,386
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Carterville Elem. — Students at Carterville Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 34 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
62%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
54.7%
2025
Math
60.9%
ELA
64.8%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Carterville Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in MO
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

210 E HALL, Carterville, MO 64835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carterville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Webb City), with a very similar rating. Another option is HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Webb City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MCKINLEY ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Joplin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carterville, see our Carterville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 1.3 mi 5.2
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City 1.4 mi 5.5
HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City 1.4 mi 3.2
WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City 1.6 mi 5.6
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City 1.8 mi 3.6
WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City 1.8 mi 6.5
WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City 1.8 mi 6.3
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City 2.3 mi 8.5
BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 3.3 mi 5.9
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City 3.4 mi 7.7
COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin 3.6 mi 5.6
COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin 3.7 mi
THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin 3.8 mi 7.8
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage 3.5 mi 6.0
ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 4.1 mi 6.7
SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 5.7 mi 6.4
EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin 5.5 mi 3.6
EAST MIDDLE Joplin 5.7 mi 3.6
MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin 5.4 mi 6.8
Dover Hill Elementary Joplin 5.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,099

Median Home Value

$95,400

Median Rent

$823/mo

Population

1,978

College Educated

8.5%

Homeownership

76.1%

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.5
BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 8.5
FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 8.5
GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains, MO 8.5
KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin, MO 8.5
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City, MO 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carterville Elem.

What grades does Carterville Elem. serve?

Carterville Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Carterville Elem.?

Carterville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carterville Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Carterville Elem. is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carterville Elem. rank in MO?

Carterville Elem. ranks #162 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Carterville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Carterville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Carterville Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carterville Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carterville Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Carterville Elem. a Title I school?

No, Carterville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

56.0% of students at Carterville 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Jasper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

WEBB CITY R-VII
District Enrollment
4,618
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,386
District Rank
#1 of 11

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