Below Average
#1910 of 2,221 schools in MO
Eldon Upper Elem.
Elementary School · ELDON R-I
409 E 15TH ST, Eldon, MO 65026
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,910 of 2,221
In Eldon
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
ELDON R-I
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Eldon Upper Elem.
Elementary School in Eldon · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Eldon Upper Elem.
Eldon Upper Elem. is a public elementary school in Eldon, MO, part of ELDON R-I. Eldon Upper Elem. serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eldon Upper Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,910 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Eldon Upper Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Eldon Upper Elem. — Students at Eldon Upper Elem. score 44% proficient, which is in line with what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 3.3/10.
How Eldon Upper Elem. Compares
See how Eldon Upper Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
409 E 15TH ST, Eldon, MO 65026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eldon Upper Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EUGENE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Eugene), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH POINT ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby High Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE KING'S ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Ozark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eldon, see our Eldon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH ELEM. Eldon | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ELDON HIGH Eldon | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon | 0.9 mi | — |
| ELDON MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Eldon | 1.1 mi | — |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark | 10.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lake Ozark | 10.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MILLER CO. ELEM. Tuscumbia | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TUSCUMBIA HIGH Tuscumbia | 9.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Lake Ozark | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 11.6 mi | 3.9 |
| EUGENE HIGH Eugene | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EUGENE ELEM. Eugene | 10.1 mi | 8.7 |
| OSAGE HIGH Osage Beach | 13.3 mi | 5.9 |
| OSAGE UPPER ELEM. Osage Beach | 13.4 mi | 5.0 |
| OSAGE MIDDLE Osage Beach | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham | 12.9 mi | — |
| RUSSELLVILLE HIGH Russellville | 13.7 mi | 6.9 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville | 13.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,232
Median Home Value
$159,000
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
11,648
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUSH ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.4 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO | 4.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.4 |
| JAMESTOWN ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.4 |
| MAYSVILLE ELEM. Maysville, MO | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eldon Upper Elem.
What grades does Eldon Upper Elem. serve?
Eldon Upper Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Eldon Upper Elem.?
Eldon Upper Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eldon Upper Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Eldon Upper Elem. is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eldon Upper Elem. rank in MO?
Eldon Upper Elem. ranks #1,910 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Eldon Upper Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Eldon Upper Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Eldon Upper Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eldon Upper Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Eldon Upper Elem. a charter school?
No, Eldon Upper Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eldon Upper Elem. a Title I school?
No, Eldon Upper Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eldon Upper Elem.?
51.1% of students at Eldon Upper 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Miller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.8%
- Phone
- (573) 392-6364
Resources & Links
District
ELDON R-I- District Enrollment
- 2,000
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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