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#871 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 39% in state
Based on limited data
Dear Elem.
Elementary School · RICHMOND R-XVI
701 E MAIN, Richmond, MO 64085
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#871 of 2,221
In Richmond
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
RICHMOND R-XVI
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Dear Elem.
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dear Elem.
Dear Elem. is a public elementary school in Richmond, MO, part of RICHMOND R-XVI. Dear Elem. serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dear Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #871 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dear Elem. Compares
See how Dear Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
701 E MAIN, Richmond, MO 64085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dear Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUCKNER ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Hardin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEWIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Excelsior Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHMOND HIGH Richmond | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| RICHMOND MIDDLE Richmond | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL ELEM. Hardin | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HARDIN-CENTRAL HIGH Hardin | 6.9 mi | 7.0 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington | 8.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WELLINGTON-NAPOLEON ELEM. Wellington | 10.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WELLINGTON-NAPOLEON HIGH Wellington | 10.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ORRICK ELEM. Orrick | 9.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ORRICK HIGH Orrick | 9.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BUCKNER ELEM. Independence | 15.7 mi | 9.0 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 14.7 mi | 4.7 |
| POLO MIDDLE Polo | 19.3 mi | 9.3 |
| POLO ELEM. Polo | 19.3 mi | 6.5 |
| POLO HIGH Polo | 19.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 15.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 15.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,525
Median Home Value
$163,700
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
8,113
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City, MO | 6.9 |
| BELLE ELEM. Belle, MO | 6.9 |
| BLACK HAWK ELEM. Kahoka, MO | 6.9 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia, MO | 6.9 |
| FIELD ELEM. Springfield, MO | 6.9 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dear Elem.
What grades does Dear Elem. serve?
Dear Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Dear Elem.?
Dear Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dear Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Dear Elem. is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dear Elem. rank in MO?
Dear Elem. ranks #871 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dear Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Dear Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dear Elem. a charter school?
No, Dear Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dear Elem. a Title I school?
No, Dear Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dear Elem.?
50.5% of students at Dear 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Ray County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (816) 776-5401
Resources & Links
District
RICHMOND R-XVI- District Enrollment
- 1,549
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,432
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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