Excellent
#170 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 8% in state
Dixon Elem.
Elementary School · DIXON R-I
106 West 4th Street, Dixon, MO 65459
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#170 of 2,221
In Dixon
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
DIXON R-I
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Dixon Elem.
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About Dixon Elem.
Dixon Elem. is a public elementary school in Dixon, MO, part of DIXON R-I. Dixon Elem. serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dixon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Dixon Elem. show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Dixon 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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Dixon Elem. — Students at Dixon Elem. score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 9.5/10.
How Dixon Elem. Compares
See how Dixon Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
106 West 4th Street, Dixon, MO 65459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dixon Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOOD ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IBERIA ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Iberia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PARTRIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dixon, see our Dixon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 9.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 9.4 mi | 5.0 |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| WAYNESVILLE EAST ELEM. Waynesville | 12.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 13.3 mi | 8.2 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 13.8 mi | 6.7 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 13.9 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg | 12.1 mi | 5.7 |
| NEWBURG HIGH Newburg | 12.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 13.9 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 14.1 mi | 5.3 |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 14.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 14.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 15.2 mi | 3.3 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia | 12.6 mi | 8.6 |
| IBERIA HIGH Iberia | 12.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 16.1 mi | 9.3 |
| VISITATION INTER-PARISH SCHOOL Vienna | 15.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,332
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$767/mo
Population
8,164
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
84.4%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASH GROVE ELEM. Ash Grove, MO | 8.4 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City, MO | 8.4 |
| CAMERON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cameron, MO | 8.4 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.4 |
| CHESTERFIELD ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 8.4 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dixon Elem.
What grades does Dixon Elem. serve?
Dixon Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dixon Elem.?
Dixon Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dixon Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Dixon Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dixon Elem. rank in MO?
Dixon Elem. ranks #170 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dixon Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Dixon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Dixon Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dixon Elem. has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dixon Elem. a charter school?
No, Dixon Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dixon Elem. a Title I school?
No, Dixon Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dixon Elem.?
45.1% of students at Dixon 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (573) 759-7163
Resources & Links
District
DIXON R-I- District Enrollment
- 861
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,386
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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