Below Average
#1960 of 2,221 schools in MO
Cooter Elem.
Elementary School · COOTER R-IV
PO BOX 218, Cooter, MO 63839
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,960 of 2,221
In Cooter
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
COOTER R-IV
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Cooter Elem.
Elementary School in Cooter · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cooter Elem.
Cooter Elem. is a public elementary school in Cooter, MO, part of COOTER R-IV. Cooter Elem. serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,960 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Cooter Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Cooter 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Cooter Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cooter 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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Cooter Elem. — Students at Cooter Elem. score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 3.6/10.
How Cooter Elem. Compares
See how Cooter Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 218, Cooter, MO 63839
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooter Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Armorel), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Caruthersville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOSNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Blytheville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cooter, see our Cooter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COOTER HIGH Cooter | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Steele | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH PEMISCOT HIGH Steele | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ARMOREL HIGH SCHOOL Armorel | 8.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Armorel | 8.9 mi | 8.8 |
| PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. Caruthersville | 7.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BLYTHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 9.1 mi | 2.6 |
| BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville | 9.7 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP: BLYTHEVILLE COLLEGE PREP Blytheville | 9.7 mi | 3.6 |
| BLYTHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Blytheville | 9.9 mi | 5.0 |
| DELTA C-7 HIGH Deering | 11.0 mi | 7.4 |
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering | 11.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BLYTHEVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.3 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP BLYTHEVILLE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| GOSNELL HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
| GOSNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 10.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE HIGH Caruthersville | 12.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE MIDDLE Caruthersville | 12.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville | 12.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,714
Median Home Value
$79,200
Median Rent
$689/mo
Population
307
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
56.3%
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Silex, MO | 4.2 |
| UNITED IN CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Frohna, MO | 4.2 |
| CHILHOWEE ELEM. Chilhowee, MO | 4.3 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City, MO | 4.5 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 4.8 |
| OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater, MO | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooter Elem.
What grades does Cooter Elem. serve?
Cooter Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cooter Elem.?
Cooter Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooter Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooter Elem. is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooter Elem. rank in MO?
Cooter Elem. ranks #1,960 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Cooter Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cooter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Cooter Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooter Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cooter Elem. a charter school?
No, Cooter Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooter Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cooter Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooter Elem.?
56.6% of students at Cooter 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
- 76
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pemiscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (573) 695-4584
Resources & Links
District
COOTER R-IV- District Enrollment
- 202
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,722
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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