Very Good
#731 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Cecil Floyd Elem.
Elementary School · JOPLIN SCHOOLS
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#731 of 2,221
In Joplin
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Cecil Floyd Elem.
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About Cecil Floyd Elem.
Cecil Floyd Elem. is a public elementary school in Joplin, MO, part of JOPLIN SCHOOLS. Cecil Floyd Elem. serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cecil Floyd Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #731 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Cecil Floyd Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Cecil Floyd Elem. — Students at Cecil Floyd Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 7.9/10.
How Cecil Floyd Elem. Compares
See how Cecil Floyd 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
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cecil Floyd Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STAPLETON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Liberty Elem (rated 7.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Galena), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Joplin | 0.5 mi | — |
| JOPLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Joplin | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| STAPLETON ELEM. Joplin | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joplin | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 3.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 4.9 mi | — |
| Liberty Elem Galena | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 7.1 |
| MARTIN CITY ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cecil Floyd Elem.
What grades does Cecil Floyd Elem. serve?
Cecil Floyd Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cecil Floyd Elem.?
Cecil Floyd Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cecil Floyd Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cecil Floyd Elem. is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cecil Floyd Elem. rank in MO?
Cecil Floyd Elem. ranks #731 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Cecil Floyd Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cecil Floyd Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Cecil Floyd Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cecil Floyd Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cecil Floyd Elem. a charter school?
No, Cecil Floyd Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cecil Floyd Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cecil Floyd Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cecil Floyd Elem.?
67.1% of students at Cecil Floyd 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
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (417) 625-5320
Resources & Links
District
JOPLIN SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,746
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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