Average
#1192 of 2,221 schools in MO
Couch Elem.
Elementary School · COUCH R-I
22206 MO 142, Myrtle, MO 65778
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,192 of 2,221
In Myrtle
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
COUCH R-I
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Couch Elem.
Elementary School in Myrtle · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Couch High
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About Couch Elem.
Couch Elem. is a public elementary school in Myrtle, MO, part of COUCH R-I. Couch Elem. serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Couch Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,192 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Couch Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Couch 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Couch Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Couch 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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Couch Elem. — Students at Couch Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
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: 5.0/10.
How Couch Elem. Compares
See how Couch Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22206 MO 142, Myrtle, MO 65778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Couch Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Hardy), which scores notably higher. Another option is KOSHKONONG ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Koshkonong), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POCAHONTAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby Pocahontas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Myrtle, see our Myrtle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUCH HIGH Myrtle | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Alton Elementary Alton | 11.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Alton High Alton | 11.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THAYER SR. HIGH Thayer | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
| THAYER ELEM. Thayer | 12.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MAMMOTH SPRING ELEM. SCHOOL Mammoth Spring | 13.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MAMMOTH SPRING HIGH SCHOOL Mammoth Spring | 13.3 mi | 7.7 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Gatewood | 15.8 mi | 5.3 |
| KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong | 19.1 mi | 7.5 |
| KOSHKONONG HIGH Koshkonong | 19.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Hardy | 22.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hardy | 22.9 mi | 7.5 |
| IMBODEN AREA CHARTER SCHOOL Imboden | 24.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SLOAN-HENDRIX ELEM. SCHOOL Imboden | 24.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SLOAN-HENDRIX HIGH SCHOOL Imboden | 24.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hardy | 23.2 mi | 8.4 |
| POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 25.5 mi | 3.4 |
| POCAHONTAS UPPER ELEM. SCHOOL Pocahontas | 25.5 mi | 3.2 |
| POCAHONTAS HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 25.6 mi | 6.4 |
| POCAHONTAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocahontas | 26.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$643/mo
Population
432
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
48.8%
Poverty Rate
28.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering, MO | 6.2 |
| LEOPOLD ELEM. Leopold, MO | 6.2 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Miami, MO | 6.2 |
| RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria, MO | 6.2 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomsdale, MO | 6.2 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Neosho, MO | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Couch Elem.
What grades does Couch Elem. serve?
Couch Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Couch Elem.?
Couch Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Couch Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Couch Elem. is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Couch Elem. rank in MO?
Couch Elem. ranks #1,192 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Couch Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Couch Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Couch Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Couch Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Couch Elem. a charter school?
No, Couch Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Couch Elem. a Title I school?
No, Couch Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Couch Elem.?
56.2% of students at Couch 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Oregon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (417) 938-4215
Resources & Links
District
COUCH R-I- District Enrollment
- 184
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,464
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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