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#1067 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 48% in state
Cecil Floyd Elem.
Elementary School · JOPLIN SCHOOLS
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Joplin
#5 of 15
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#571 of 1,202
In district
#5 of 15
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Cecil Floyd Elem.
CECIL FLOYD ELEM., an elementary school in Joplin, Missouri, serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. With a total enrollment of 505 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1, the school offers personalized attention to each child. CECIL FLOYD ELEM. has 41 full-time equivalent teachers who work diligently to support their pupils’ educational needs.
Academically, the school is ranked at the 35th percentile in Missouri and holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. In terms of proficiency rates, 34% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 29% reach this level in Math. The school is focusing on student development with room for academic growth.
CECIL FLOYD ELEM. is located in a small city setting within Jasper County. Despite the lack of specific neighborhood details, it remains an integral part of Joplin’s educational community.
Score Breakdown
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Cecil Floyd Elem. — Students at Cecil Floyd Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 7.6/10.
How Cecil Floyd Elem. Compares
See how Cecil Floyd Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 26% (2019) to 32% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 39% (2019) to 29% (2022).
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. JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCKINLEY ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), 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 | 5.2 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| 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 | 7.0 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| STAPLETON ELEM. Joplin | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joplin | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 4.9 mi | — |
| Liberty Elem Galena | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLIVAR PRIMARY Bolivar, MO | 6.4 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 6.4 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton, MO | 6.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 6.4 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 6.4 |
| COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp, MO | 6.4 |
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. is ranked #1067 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Cecil Floyd Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cecil Floyd Elem. has a composite rating of 6.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cecil Floyd Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cecil Floyd Elem. has 28.7% math proficiency and 33.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,732/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Joplin). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (417) 625-5320
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
JOPLIN SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,746
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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