Very Good
#700 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 32% in state
Coleman Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
3312 BECK RD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#700 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#6 of 22
public schools
In district
#5 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Coleman Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Coleman Elem.
Coleman Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Coleman Elem. serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coleman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Coleman Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Coleman Elem. — Students at Coleman Elem. score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Coleman Elem. Compares
See how Coleman 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
3312 BECK RD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coleman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PERSHING ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,713
Median Home Value
$220,500
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
22,107
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield, MO | 7.2 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 7.2 |
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia, MO | 7.2 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
| FREDERICKTOWN ELEM. Fredericktown, MO | 7.2 |
| GOTSCH INTERMEDIATE SCH. St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coleman Elem.
What grades does Coleman Elem. serve?
Coleman Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Coleman Elem.?
Coleman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coleman Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Coleman Elem. is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coleman Elem. rank in MO?
Coleman Elem. ranks #700 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Coleman Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Coleman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Coleman Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coleman Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Coleman Elem. a charter school?
No, Coleman Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coleman Elem. a Title I school?
No, Coleman Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coleman Elem.?
100.0% of students at Coleman 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
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4100
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District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #5 of 20
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