Excellent
#115 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
Cole Camp Elem.
Elementary School · COLE CAMP R-I
500 KEENEY ST, Cole Camp, MO 65325
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#115 of 2,221
In Cole Camp
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
COLE CAMP R-I
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Cole Camp Elem.
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About Cole Camp Elem.
Cole Camp Elem. is a public elementary school in Cole Camp, MO, part of COLE CAMP R-I. Cole Camp Elem. serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cole Camp Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Cole Camp Elem. show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Cole Camp 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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Cole Camp Elem. — Students at Cole Camp Elem. score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57%
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: 9.8/10.
How Cole Camp Elem. Compares
See how Cole Camp Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 KEENEY ST, Cole Camp, MO 65325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cole Camp Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), with a very similar rating. Another option is HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cole Camp, see our Cole Camp schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLE CAMP HIGH Cole Camp | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Cole Camp | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln | 8.1 mi | 4.2 |
| LINCOLN HIGH Lincoln | 8.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stover | 11.7 mi | — |
| MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. Stover | 11.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH Stover | 11.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 15.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 15.9 mi | 7.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia | 16.3 mi | 4.7 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia | 16.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia | 16.4 mi | 8.3 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 16.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia | 17.1 mi | 7.4 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia | 17.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 17.2 mi | 6.2 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 17.1 mi | — |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton | 16.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SMITHTON HIGH Smithton | 16.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 17.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,292
Median Home Value
$184,300
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
3,134
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
75.3%
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.6 |
| EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. Gower, MO | 8.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 8.6 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia, MO | 8.6 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton, MO | 8.6 |
| PRICE ELEMENTARY Republic, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cole Camp Elem.
What grades does Cole Camp Elem. serve?
Cole Camp Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cole Camp Elem.?
Cole Camp Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cole Camp Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cole Camp Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cole Camp Elem. rank in MO?
Cole Camp Elem. ranks #115 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Cole Camp Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cole Camp Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Cole Camp Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cole Camp Elem. has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cole Camp Elem. a charter school?
No, Cole Camp Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cole Camp Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cole Camp Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cole Camp Elem.?
57.0% of students at Cole Camp 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Benton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (660) 668-3011
Resources & Links
District
COLE CAMP R-I- District Enrollment
- 735
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,335
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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