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#1937 of 2,216 schools in MO

Col. John B. Wyman Elem.

Elementary School · ROLLA 31

402 LANNING LN, Rolla, MO 65401

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Rolla

#5 of 7

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#1,020 of 1,202

In district

#4 of 6

ROLLA 31

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Very strong

About Col. John B. Wyman Elem.

COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM., located in Rolla, Missouri, is a public elementary school that serves students from pre-kindergarten through third grade.

With an enrollment of 455 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1, the school provides a relatively small class size for personalized attention. The school has 35 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to nurturing young minds. Academically, COL.

JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. scores in the middle range among Missouri schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and an academic score of 7.7 out of 10. The school's proficiency rates show that 55% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 59% in Math, indicating areas where the school is focusing on growth and improvement.

While COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. is situated in a remote town without specific neighborhood data available, it remains an important educational hub for its community, providing foundational learning experiences for young students.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-6.85 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,750

Col. John B. Wyman Elem. — Students at Col. John B. Wyman Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
47%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Col. John B. Wyman Elem. Compares

See how Col. John B. Wyman Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
13th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
2.0/10
Below average
Environment
5.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

402 LANNING LN, Rolla, MO 65401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Col. John B. Wyman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby St. James), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DENT-PHELPS ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rolla, see our Rolla schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.0 mi
School Distance Rating
B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla 0.1 mi 7.5
ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla 1.4 mi 3.8
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla 1.3 mi 6.7
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla 1.8 mi 7.2
ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla 1.4 mi
ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla 1.6 mi 5.4
ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla 1.6 mi 3.9
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla 2.0 mi 6.0
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg 6.8 mi 4.0
NEWBURG HIGH Newburg 6.8 mi 6.5
ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James 9.6 mi 8.1
ST. JAMES HIGH St. James 9.9 mi 6.9
LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James 9.9 mi 8.7
GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James 11.8 mi 7.9
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 15.9 mi 6.0
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 16.1 mi 7.2
VIENNA ELEM. Vienna 19.8 mi 5.4
VIENNA HIGH Vienna 19.8 mi 6.0
VIENNA MIDDLE Vienna 19.8 mi 5.4
VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna 20.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,768

Median Home Value

$206,500

Median Rent

$796/mo

Population

32,476

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Col. John B. Wyman Elem. has a median household income of $52,768. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,500, with a median rent of $796/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence, MO 4.6
CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy, MO 4.6
CUIVRE PARK ELEMENTARY Troy, MO 4.6
GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.6
LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO 4.6
LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey, MO 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Col. John B. Wyman Elem.

What grades does Col. John B. Wyman Elem. serve?

Col. John B. Wyman Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Col. John B. Wyman Elem.?

Col. John B. Wyman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Col. John B. Wyman Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Col. John B. Wyman Elem. is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Col. John B. Wyman Elem. rank in MO?

Col. John B. Wyman Elem. is ranked #1937 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Col. John B. Wyman Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Col. John B. Wyman Elem. has a composite rating of 4.6 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 Col. John B. Wyman Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Col. John B. Wyman Elem. has 58.7% math proficiency and 55.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Col. John B. Wyman Elem. a charter school?

No, Col. John B. Wyman Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Col. John B. Wyman Elem. a Title I school?

No, Col. John B. Wyman Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Col. John B. Wyman Elem.?

46.8% of students at Col. John B. Wyman 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 (2,933/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rolla). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Phelps County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ROLLA 31
District Enrollment
4,202
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,353
District Rank
#4 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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