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#1534 of 2,221 schools in MO
Diamond Elem.
Elementary School · DIAMOND R-IV
PO BOX 68, Diamond, MO 64840
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,534 of 2,221
In Diamond
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
DIAMOND R-IV
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Diamond Elem.
Elementary School in Diamond · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Diamond Elem.
Diamond Elem. is a public elementary school in Diamond, MO, part of DIAMOND R-IV. Diamond Elem. serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Diamond Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Diamond Elem. show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Diamond Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Diamond 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.
31% of students at Diamond Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Diamond Elem. — Students at Diamond Elem. score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
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: 6.4/10.
How Diamond Elem. Compares
See how Diamond Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 68, Diamond, MO 64840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Diamond Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Carthage), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENTON ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Neosho), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Neosho), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Diamond, see our Diamond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DIAMOND HIGH Diamond | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| GRANBY Granby | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FIELD EARLY CHILD./KDGN. CTR. Neosho | 8.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BENTON ELEM. Neosho | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NEOSHO HIGH Neosho | 9.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage | 10.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho | 10.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STEADLEY ELEM. Carthage | 10.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Neosho | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 9.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL Carthage | 10.7 mi | 4.0 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 9.2 mi | 3.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PAT CENTER Carthage | 11.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage | 11.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MIDDLE SCH. Neosho | 11.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NEOSHO JR. HIGH Neosho | 11.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CARTHAGE JR. HIGH Carthage | 11.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Carthage | 11.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,912
Median Home Value
$215,200
Median Rent
$715/mo
Population
3,566
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO | 5.4 |
| BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.4 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.4 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO | 5.4 |
| GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 5.4 |
| MONTGOMERY CITY ELEM. Montgomery City, MO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Diamond Elem.
What grades does Diamond Elem. serve?
Diamond Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Diamond Elem.?
Diamond Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Diamond Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Diamond Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Diamond Elem. rank in MO?
Diamond Elem. ranks #1,534 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Diamond Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Diamond Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Diamond Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Diamond Elem. has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Diamond Elem. a charter school?
No, Diamond Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Diamond Elem. a Title I school?
No, Diamond Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diamond Elem.?
58.5% of students at Diamond 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Newton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (417) 325-5189
Resources & Links
District
DIAMOND R-IV- District Enrollment
- 770
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,062
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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