Average
#1046 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 47% in state
Dent-phelps Elem.
Elementary School · DENT-PHELPS R-III
27870 Hwy C, Salem, MO 65560
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,046 of 2,221
In Salem
#2 of 8
public schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Dent-phelps Elem.
Elementary School in Salem · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dent-phelps Elem.
Dent-phelps Elem. is a public elementary school in Salem, MO, part of DENT-PHELPS R-III. Dent-phelps Elem. serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dent-phelps Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,046 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Dent-phelps Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Dent-phelps 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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Dent-phelps Elem. — Students at Dent-phelps Elem. score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Dent-phelps Elem. Compares
See how Dent-phelps 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
27870 Hwy C, Salem, MO 65560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dent-phelps Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PHELPS CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Edgar Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH WOOD ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 8.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Rolla), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem | 7.7 mi | — |
| SALEM SR. HIGH Salem | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Salem | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
| OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem | 8.8 mi | — |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem | 9.3 mi | 3.3 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 15.7 mi | — |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 13.0 mi | 8.4 |
| B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla | 16.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla | 16.4 mi | 4.8 |
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla | 16.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla | 16.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla | 16.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla | 17.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla | 17.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla | 17.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LUCY WORTHAM JAMES ELEM. St. James | 19.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,423
Median Home Value
$141,700
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
13,634
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Harrisonville, MO | 6.5 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.5 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis, MO | 6.5 |
| NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 6.5 |
| ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dent-phelps Elem.
What grades does Dent-phelps Elem. serve?
Dent-phelps Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dent-phelps Elem.?
Dent-phelps Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dent-phelps Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Dent-phelps Elem. is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dent-phelps Elem. rank in MO?
Dent-phelps Elem. ranks #1,046 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dent-phelps Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Dent-phelps Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Dent-phelps Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dent-phelps Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dent-phelps Elem. a charter school?
No, Dent-phelps Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dent-phelps Elem. a Title I school?
No, Dent-phelps Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dent-phelps Elem.?
47.1% of students at Dent-phelps 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (573) 729-4680
Resources & Links
District
DENT-PHELPS R-III- District Enrollment
- 272
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,026
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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