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East Elem.

Elementary School · OZARK R-VI

2449 E HARTLEY, Ozark, MO 65721

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,261 of 2,221

In Ozark

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

OZARK R-VI

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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East Elem.

6.1/10

Elementary School in Ozark · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ozark Tigerpaw Early Child Ctr

7.6/10

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7.9/10

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About East Elem.

East Elem. is a public elementary school in Ozark, MO, part of OZARK R-VI. East Elem. serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,261 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for East Elem. show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+24.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,197
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

East Elem. — Students at East Elem. score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
77.8%
ELA
71.3%
2025
Math
72.6%
ELA
69.9%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How East Elem. Compares

See how East Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2449 E HARTLEY, Ozark, MO 65721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPARTA ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Sparta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ozark, see our Ozark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark 1.5 mi 7.6
SOUTH ELEM. Ozark 2.0 mi 7.9
OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark 2.2 mi 8.1
OZARK HIGH Ozark 2.6 mi 7.1
NORTH ELEM. Ozark 3.6 mi 9.1
OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark 3.6 mi 8.2
WEST ELEM. Ozark 5.6 mi 6.3
SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa 5.5 mi 7.0
SPARTA PK Sparta 5.2 mi 3.2
HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa 5.6 mi 6.9
SPARTA ELEM. Sparta 5.3 mi 8.2
SPARTA MIDDLE Sparta 5.3 mi 7.0
CENTURY ELEM. Nixa 6.1 mi 6.9
SPARTA HIGH Sparta 6.3 mi 4.8
JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa 6.5 mi 5.5
NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa 6.8 mi 7.2
EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa 6.8 mi 4.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa 6.8 mi 4.8
HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville 7.7 mi 3.3
LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE HIGH Rogersville 8.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,552

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$991/mo

Population

34,112

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton, MO 6.1
DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Warrenton, MO 6.1
ELLIS ELEM. Plattsburg, MO 6.1
KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 6.1
LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey, MO 6.1
LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE PRIMARY Rogersville, MO 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Elem.

What grades does East Elem. serve?

East Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend East Elem.?

East Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at East Elem. is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Elem. rank in MO?

East Elem. ranks #1,261 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is East Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 East Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elem. has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Elem. a charter school?

No, East Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Elem. a Title I school?

No, East Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elem.?

32.1% of students at East 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Christian County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

OZARK R-VI
District Enrollment
5,964
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,197
District Rank
#8 of 8

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