Below Average
#1727 of 2,221 schools in MO
Caruthersville Elementary
Elementary School · CARUTHERSVILLE 18
900 WASHINGTON AVE, Caruthersville, MO 63830
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,727 of 2,221
In Caruthersville
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
CARUTHERSVILLE 18
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Caruthersville Elementary
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About Caruthersville Elementary
Caruthersville Elementary is a public elementary school in Caruthersville, MO, part of CARUTHERSVILLE 18. Caruthersville Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Caruthersville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,727 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Caruthersville Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Caruthersville Elementary — Students at Caruthersville Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below 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 MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How Caruthersville Elementary Compares
See how Caruthersville Elementary 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
900 WASHINGTON AVE, Caruthersville, MO 63830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caruthersville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Finley Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Finley), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Newton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Tiptonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caruthersville, see our Caruthersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARUTHERSVILLE HIGH Caruthersville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE MIDDLE Caruthersville | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. Caruthersville | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MATHIS ELEMENTARY Hayti | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HAYTI HIGH Hayti | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Steele | 11.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH PEMISCOT HIGH Steele | 11.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele | 11.6 mi | 5.8 |
| COOTER ELEM. Cooter | 12.6 mi | 4.2 |
| COOTER HIGH Cooter | 12.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lara Kendall Elementary Ridgely | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering | 12.1 mi | 6.2 |
| DELTA C-7 HIGH Deering | 12.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 14.0 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 14.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST EUSTACHIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portageville | 16.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Finley Elementary Finley | 15.0 mi | 8.5 |
| PORTAGEVILLE HIGH Portageville | 16.9 mi | 8.5 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville | 17.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Margaret Newton Elementary Tiptonville | 16.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,576
Median Home Value
$136,300
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
6,315
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
38.5
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| CLARDY ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.9 |
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| COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 4.9 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO | 4.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico, MO | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caruthersville Elementary
What grades does Caruthersville Elementary serve?
Caruthersville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Caruthersville Elementary?
Caruthersville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caruthersville Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Caruthersville Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caruthersville Elementary rank in MO?
Caruthersville Elementary ranks #1,727 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Caruthersville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Caruthersville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Caruthersville Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caruthersville Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Caruthersville Elementary a charter school?
No, Caruthersville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caruthersville Elementary a Title I school?
No, Caruthersville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caruthersville Elementary?
100.0% of students at Caruthersville Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pemiscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (573) 333-6100
Resources & Links
District
CARUTHERSVILLE 18- District Enrollment
- 931
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,797
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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