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Community Elem.

Elementary School · COMMUNITY R-VI

35063 HWY BB, Laddonia, MO 63352

Enrollment

145

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,286 of 2,221

In Laddonia

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

COMMUNITY R-VI

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Community Elem.

6.0/10

Elementary School in Laddonia · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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5.2/10

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About Community Elem.

Community Elem. is a public elementary school in Laddonia, MO, part of COMMUNITY R-VI. Community Elem. serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Community Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below MO schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 145 students, Community Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Community Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Community 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,408
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Community Elem. — Students at Community Elem. score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2010
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2013
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
44.7%
2025
Math
39.2%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Community Elem. Compares

See how Community Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MO
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

35063 HWY BB, Laddonia, MO 63352

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Mexico), which scores notably higher. Another option is WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Wellsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Montgomery City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Laddonia, see our Laddonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.3 mi
School Distance Rating
COMMUNITY HIGH Laddonia 0.0 mi 7.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martinsburg 4.3 mi 5.2
WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN HS Wellsville 7.2 mi 6.6
WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. Wellsville 7.2 mi 6.6
VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH Vandalia 11.8 mi 6.9
VAN-FAR ELEM. Vandalia 12.1 mi 4.7
MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY Mexico 11.8 mi 8.9
MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mexico 12.0 mi 7.2
MONTGOMERY CITY ELEM. Montgomery City 14.5 mi 5.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Montgomery City 14.9 mi 6.3
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Mexico 12.7 mi 5.9
MEXICO HIGH Mexico 13.1 mi 3.4
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico 13.1 mi 3.9
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico 13.4 mi 4.9
MEXICO MIDDLE Mexico 13.4 mi 6.6
WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. Williamsburg 17.3 mi 6.0
MONTGOMERY CO. MIDDLE Montgomery City 17.0 mi 5.0
MONTGOMERY CO. HIGH Montgomery City 17.2 mi 6.8
NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse 16.6 mi 7.8
NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City 20.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,944

Median Home Value

$90,700

Median Rent

$620/mo

Population

992

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

75.6%

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Median Age

54.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HALFWAY ELEM. Halfway, MO 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union, MO 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Old Monroe, MO 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Loose Creek, MO 6.0
OAK HILL ELEM. Salem, MO 6.0
PATTONSBURG ELEM. Pattonsburg, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Elem.

What grades does Community Elem. serve?

Community Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Community Elem.?

Community Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Elem. is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community Elem. rank in MO?

Community Elem. ranks #1,286 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Community Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Community Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Community Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Community Elem. a charter school?

No, Community Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Community Elem. a Title I school?

No, Community Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Elem.?

51.7% of students at Community 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

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Audrain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

COMMUNITY R-VI
District Enrollment
303
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,408
District Rank
#2 of 2

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