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#894 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
Dogwood Elementary
Elementary School · CAMDENTON R-III
PO BOX 1409, Camdenton, MO 65020
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#894 of 2,221
In Camdenton
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
CAMDENTON R-III
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Dogwood Elementary
Dogwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Camdenton, MO, part of CAMDENTON R-III. Dogwood Elementary serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dogwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #894 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.8%
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 Dogwood Elementary Compares
See how Dogwood Elementary 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
PO BOX 1409, Camdenton, MO 65020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dogwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Osage Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE KING'S ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Ozark), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Stoutland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Camdenton, see our Camdenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMDENTON MIDDLE Camdenton | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER Camdenton | 1.4 mi | — |
| OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY Osage Beach | 9.2 mi | 8.8 |
| HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY Sunrise Beach | 12.4 mi | 6.8 |
| OSAGE MIDDLE Osage Beach | 12.4 mi | 7.1 |
| OSAGE UPPER ELEM. Osage Beach | 12.5 mi | 5.0 |
| OSAGE HIGH Osage Beach | 12.6 mi | 5.9 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Lake Ozark | 14.1 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lake Ozark | 14.2 mi | 3.7 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark | 14.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MACKS CREEK ELEM. Macks Creek | 12.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MACKS CREEK HIGH Macks Creek | 12.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MEADOWLARK HILL Tunas | 17.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Little Tigers Learning Center Versailles | 19.7 mi | — |
| STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY Stoutland | 17.8 mi | 7.3 |
| STOUTLAND HIGH Stoutland | 17.8 mi | 5.2 |
| JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon | 21.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,243
Median Home Value
$243,900
Median Rent
$836/mo
Population
14,635
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister, MO | 6.8 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO | 6.8 |
| PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER Perryville, MO | 6.8 |
| TRIWAY Stella, MO | 6.8 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO | 6.7 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dogwood Elementary
What grades does Dogwood Elementary serve?
Dogwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Dogwood Elementary?
Dogwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dogwood Elementary rank in MO?
Dogwood Elementary ranks #894 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dogwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dogwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dogwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Dogwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dogwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dogwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dogwood Elementary?
46.8% of students at Dogwood Elementary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (573) 346-9239
Resources & Links
District
CAMDENTON R-III- District Enrollment
- 3,843
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,296
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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