Excellent
#159 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 7% in state
Central Elem.
Elementary School · UNION R-XI
PO BOX 440, Union, MO 63084
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#159 of 2,221
In Union
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
UNION R-XI
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Central Elem.
Elementary School in Union · grades Pre-K – 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 Union, MO, part of UNION R-XI. Central Elem. serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Central Elem. — Students at Central Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
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: 9.2/10.
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
PO BOX 440, Union, MO 63084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington West Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Washington), with a comparable rating. Another option is Clearview Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Villa Ridge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Union, see our Union schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| UNION MIDDLE Union | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| AUTUMN HILL SCHOOL Union | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| UNION HIGH Union | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Clearview Elementary Union | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PRAIRIE DELL ELEMENTARY Union | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Washington | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Villa Ridge | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Washington Middle Washington | 7.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST. CLAIR ELEM. St. Clair | 7.1 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 7.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington High School Washington | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST. FRANCIS BORGIA HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair | 7.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST. CLAIR HIGH St. Clair | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| South Point Elementary Washington | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST. CLAIR JR. HIGH St. Clair | 7.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Villa Ridge | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Washington | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington West Elementary Washington | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,332
Median Home Value
$221,800
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
20,511
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur, MO | 8.5 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| ELLISVILLE ELEM. Ellisville, MO | 8.5 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 8.5 |
| RICHARDS ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.5 |
| SWEENY ELEMENTARY Republic, MO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elem.
What grades does Central Elem. serve?
Central Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elem.?
Central Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elem. is 12.6:1. 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 #159 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Central Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% 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.?
53.0% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (636) 583-3152
Resources & Links
District
UNION R-XI- District Enrollment
- 3,142
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,594
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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