Below Average
#1778 of 2,221 schools in MO
Central Elem.
Elementary School · DEXTER R-XI
1213 CENTRAL DR, Dexter, MO 63841
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,778 of 2,221
In Dexter
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
DEXTER R-XI
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Central Elem.
Elementary School in Dexter · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central Elem.
Central Elem. is a public elementary school in Dexter, MO, part of DEXTER R-XI. Central Elem. serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,778 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Central Elem. — Students at Central Elem. score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
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: 2.4/10.
How Central Elem. Compares
See how Central 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
1213 CENTRAL DR, Dexter, MO 63841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERNIE ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Bernie), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLOOMFIELD ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUXICO ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Puxico), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dexter, see our Dexter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| T. S. HILL MIDDLE Dexter | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEM. Dexter | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Dexter | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| CROWLEY RIDGE SCHOOL Dexter | 1.5 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield | 7.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 7.5 mi | 8.3 |
| JUVENILE CTR. Bloomfield | 7.5 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield | 7.5 mi | 4.5 |
| BERNIE HIGH Bernie | 7.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie | 8.0 mi | 9.2 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Essex | 8.1 mi | 8.5 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Essex | 8.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MALDEN LOWER ELEM. Malden | 14.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden | 14.9 mi | 4.4 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 12.9 mi | 6.6 |
| PUXICO ELEM. Puxico | 15.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PUXICO JR. HIGH Puxico | 15.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PUXICO HIGH Puxico | 15.3 mi | 8.8 |
| MINGO PUXICO TECHNICAL HIGH Puxico | 15.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,288
Median Home Value
$161,500
Median Rent
$762/mo
Population
13,319
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOSWELL ELEM. Lebanon, MO | 4.8 |
| BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 4.8 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence, MO | 4.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON INTERMEDIATE Mount Vernon, MO | 4.8 |
| S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton, MO | 4.8 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elem.
What grades does Central Elem. serve?
Central Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elem.?
Central Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elem. rank in MO?
Central Elem. ranks #1,778 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Central Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Central Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Central Elem. a charter school?
No, Central Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elem. a Title I school?
No, Central Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elem.?
51.6% of students at Central 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Stoddard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (573) 614-1020
Resources & Links
District
DEXTER R-XI- District Enrollment
- 2,076
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,154
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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