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#1605 of 2,221 schools in MO
Exeter Elem.
Elementary School · EXETER R-VI
101 Locust Street, Exeter, MO 65647
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,605 of 2,221
In Exeter
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
EXETER R-VI
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Exeter Elem.
Elementary School in Exeter · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Exeter Elem.
Exeter Elem. is a public elementary school in Exeter, MO, part of EXETER R-VI. Exeter Elem. serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Exeter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Exeter Elem. show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Exeter 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.
Exeter 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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Exeter Elem. — Students at Exeter Elem. score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.0/10.
How Exeter Elem. Compares
See how Exeter Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 Locust Street, Exeter, MO 65647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Exeter Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PURDY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Purdy), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monett Early Childhood Center (rated 7.2/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Monett), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EXETER HIGH Exeter | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CASSVILLE MIDDLE Cassville | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CASSVILLE HIGH Cassville | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEM. Washburn | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTHWEST HIGH Washburn | 6.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Washburn | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PURDY ELEM. Purdy | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PURDY HIGH Purdy | 9.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Purdy Early Learning Center Purdy | 9.8 mi | — |
| WHEATON HIGH Wheaton | 8.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WHEATON ELEM. Wheaton | 8.8 mi | 4.5 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garfield | 15.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monett | 16.7 mi | 7.0 |
| OAKVIEW SCHOOL Monett | 17.0 mi | — |
| MONETT ELEM. Monett | 17.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monett | 17.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MONETT INTERMEDIATE Monett | 17.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Monett Early Childhood Center Monett | 17.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,500
Median Home Value
$150,900
Median Rent
$633/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.2 |
| BOYD ELEM. Springfield, MO | 5.2 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.2 |
| LEETON ELEM. Leeton, MO | 5.2 |
| MACKS CREEK ELEM. Macks Creek, MO | 5.2 |
| Marthasville Elementary Marthasville, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Exeter Elem.
What grades does Exeter Elem. serve?
Exeter Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Exeter Elem.?
Exeter Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Exeter Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Exeter Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Exeter Elem. rank in MO?
Exeter Elem. ranks #1,605 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Exeter Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Exeter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Exeter Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Exeter Elem. has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Exeter Elem. a charter school?
No, Exeter Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Exeter Elem. a Title I school?
No, Exeter Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Exeter Elem.?
74.6% of students at Exeter 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Barry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (417) 835-2922
Resources & Links
District
EXETER R-VI- District Enrollment
- 343
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,994
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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