Below Average
#1760 of 2,221 schools in MO
Based on limited data
East Elementary
Elementary School · SOUTH PEMISCOT CO. R-V
709 E. MAIN EXTENSION, Steele, MO 63877
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,760 of 2,221
In Steele
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SOUTH PEMISCOT CO. R-V
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East Elementary
Elementary School in Steele · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Elementary
East Elementary is a public elementary school in Steele, MO, part of SOUTH PEMISCOT CO. R-V. East Elementary serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,760 of 2,221 schools in MO. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, East Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, East Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
East Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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 East Elementary Compares
See how East Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
709 E. MAIN EXTENSION, Steele, MO 63877
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Armorel), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Caruthersville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOSNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Blytheville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Steele, see our Steele schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH PEMISCOT HIGH Steele | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| COOTER ELEM. Cooter | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| COOTER HIGH Cooter | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. Caruthersville | 7.2 mi | 8.3 |
| DELTA C-7 HIGH Deering | 8.5 mi | 7.4 |
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering | 8.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BLYTHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 10.9 mi | 2.6 |
| ARMOREL HIGH SCHOOL Armorel | 11.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Armorel | 11.4 mi | 8.8 |
| KIPP: BLYTHEVILLE COLLEGE PREP Blytheville | 11.3 mi | 3.6 |
| BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HAYTI HIGH Hayti | 11.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MATHIS ELEMENTARY Hayti | 11.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BLYTHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE HIGH Caruthersville | 11.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE MIDDLE Caruthersville | 11.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville | 11.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GOSNELL HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GOSNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 11.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,483
Median Home Value
$151,100
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
3,059
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles, MO | 5.0 |
| GILLIAM ELEM. Gilliam, MO | 4.7 |
| BAMBINI CREATIVI Kansas City, MO | 5.2 |
| RIDGEWAY ELEM. Ridgeway, MO | 5.2 |
| Roscoe Elementary Osceola, MO | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martinsburg, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elementary
What grades does East Elementary serve?
East Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend East Elementary?
East Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elementary rank in MO?
East Elementary ranks #1,760 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is East Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Elementary a charter school?
No, East Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elementary a Title I school?
No, East Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elementary?
100.0% of students at East 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pemiscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (573) 695-4426
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH PEMISCOT CO. R-V- District Enrollment
- 539
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,858
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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