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#1263 of 2,221 schools in MO
Ellis Elem.
Elementary School · CLINTON CO. R-III
800 W. Frost Street, Plattsburg, MO 64477
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,263 of 2,221
In Plattsburg
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
CLINTON CO. R-III
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Ellis Elem.
Elementary School in Plattsburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ellis Elem.
Ellis Elem. is a public elementary school in Plattsburg, MO, part of CLINTON CO. R-III. Ellis Elem. serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ellis Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,263 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ellis Elem. show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ellis Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ellis 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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Ellis Elem. — Students at Ellis Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 6.1/10.
How Ellis Elem. Compares
See how Ellis Elem. 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
800 W. Frost Street, Plattsburg, MO 64477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellis Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE (rated 9.4/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Edgerton), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Gower), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lathrop Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Lathrop), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plattsburg, see our Plattsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLINTON CO. R-III MIDDLE Plattsburg | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PLATTSBURG HIGH Plattsburg | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lathrop High School Lathrop | 6.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lathrop Elementary School Lathrop | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Middle School Lathrop | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| EAST BUCHANAN HIGH Gower | 8.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. Gower | 8.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary Smithville | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 11.0 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE Edgerton | 10.5 mi | 9.4 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 12.9 mi | 7.0 |
| STEWARTSVILLE ELEM. Stewartsville | 13.4 mi | 6.9 |
| STEWARTSVILLE HIGH Stewartsville | 13.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Maple Elementary Smithville | 13.3 mi | 5.0 |
| OSBORN ELEM. Osborn | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| OSBORN HIGH Osborn | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 14.2 mi | 5.5 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 14.2 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 14.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Smithville High Smithville | 14.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,972
Median Home Value
$220,900
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
3,459
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
51.7
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 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 6.1 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.1 |
| LAKELAND ELEM. Deepwater, MO | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey, MO | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellis Elem.
What grades does Ellis Elem. serve?
Ellis Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ellis Elem.?
Ellis Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellis Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellis Elem. is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellis Elem. rank in MO?
Ellis Elem. ranks #1,263 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ellis Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ellis 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 Ellis Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellis Elem. has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ellis Elem. a charter school?
No, Ellis Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellis Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ellis Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellis Elem.?
41.4% of students at Ellis 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clinton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.7%
- Phone
- (816) 539-2187
Resources & Links
District
CLINTON CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 704
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,277
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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