Below Average
#1857 of 2,221 schools in MO
Central Elem.
Elementary School · MILLER R-II
108 S HWY 39, Miller, MO 65707
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,857 of 2,221
In Miller
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MILLER R-II
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Central Elem.
Elementary School in Miller · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 Miller, MO, part of MILLER R-II. Central Elem. serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,857 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Central Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Central Elem. — Students at Central Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 3.1/10.
How Central Elem. Compares
See how Central Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
108 S HWY 39, Miller, MO 65707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOCKWOOD ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Lockwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERONA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Verona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREENFIELD ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miller, see our Miller schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILLER HIGH Miller | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ROUND GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miller | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNT VERNON INTERMEDIATE Mount Vernon | 6.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH Mount Vernon | 7.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MT. VERNON TREATMENT CTR. Mt. Vernon | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE Mount Vernon | 8.1 mi | 3.2 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mount Vernon | 8.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MOUNT VERNON ELEM. Mount Vernon | 8.3 mi | 6.1 |
| EVERTON ELEM. Everton | 12.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EVERTON HIGH Everton | 12.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GREENFIELD HIGH Greenfield | 14.0 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Freistatt | 13.8 mi | 5.3 |
| GREENFIELD ELEM. Greenfield | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LOCKWOOD SPECL. EDUC. COOP. Lockwood | 13.4 mi | — |
| LOCKWOOD ELEM. Lockwood | 13.5 mi | 7.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lockwood | 13.6 mi | 3.3 |
| LOCKWOOD HIGH Lockwood | 13.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LOCKWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Lockwood | 13.7 mi | 4.3 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aurora | 16.8 mi | 6.3 |
| VERONA ELEM. Verona | 17.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,038
Median Home Value
$163,500
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
2,263
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
38.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.6 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka, MO | 4.6 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 4.6 |
| FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 4.6 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elem.
What grades does Central Elem. serve?
Central Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Central Elem.?
Central Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elem. 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 Central Elem. rank in MO?
Central Elem. ranks #1,857 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Central Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 43% 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.?
63.6% 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (417) 452-3512
Resources & Links
District
MILLER R-II- District Enrollment
- 576
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,434
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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