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#1406 of 2,221 schools in MO

Ezard Elem.

Elementary School · LACLEDE CO. R-I

209 S SHILOH AVE, Conway, MO 65632

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,406 of 2,221

In Conway

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

LACLEDE CO. R-I

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Ezard Elem.

5.7/10

Elementary School in Conway · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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4.4/10

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About Ezard Elem.

Ezard Elem. is a public elementary school in Conway, MO, part of LACLEDE CO. R-I. Ezard Elem. serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ezard Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ezard Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ezard 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,492
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Ezard Elem. — Students at Ezard Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 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
46%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
44.7%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
39%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Ezard Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Location

209 S SHILOH AVE, Conway, MO 65632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ezard Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVESPRING ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Grovespring), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. (rated 6.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway 0.1 mi 5.3
NIANGUA ELEM. Niangua 7.5 mi 4.4
NIANGUA HIGH Niangua 7.5 mi 6.8
MARSHFIELD JR. HIGH Marshfield 11.2 mi 7.0
DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. Marshfield 11.3 mi 6.3
EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield 11.4 mi 5.7
Marshfield Early Learning Cntr Marshfield 11.4 mi
MARSHFIELD HIGH Marshfield 11.6 mi 7.3
SHOOK ELEM. Marshfield 11.7 mi 4.9
JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon 12.8 mi 5.1
LEBANON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lebanon 13.6 mi 7.0
MAPLECREST ELEM. Lebanon 15.2 mi 6.0
LEBANON SR. HIGH Lebanon 15.7 mi 4.2
GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring 14.4 mi 8.6
BOSWELL ELEM. Lebanon 16.0 mi 4.8
JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon 16.4 mi 6.7
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 18.2 mi
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield 18.0 mi 2.3
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 19.4 mi 3.1
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 19.8 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,712

Median Home Value

$202,200

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

2,616

College Educated

12.8%

Homeownership

74.9%

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO 5.7
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO 5.7
EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO 5.7
FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO 5.7
GRAY ELEM. Springfield, MO 5.7
HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ezard Elem.

What grades does Ezard Elem. serve?

Ezard Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Ezard Elem.?

Ezard Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ezard 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 Ezard Elem. rank in MO?

Ezard Elem. ranks #1,406 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Ezard Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Ezard Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Ezard Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ezard Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ezard Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Ezard Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

52.7% of students at Ezard 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Laclede County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

LACLEDE CO. R-I
District Enrollment
777
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,492
District Rank
#1 of 2

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