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#2162 of 2,221 schools in MO

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.

School · NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT

302 SMITH AVE, Neosho, MO 64850

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,162 of 2,221

In Neosho

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.

3.3/10

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

Neosho High

6.2/10

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Neosho Christian Schools

6.2/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. is a public school in Neosho, MO, part of NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT. Field Early Child./kdgn.

Ctr. serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,162 of 2,221 schools in MO.

How it compares3.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.6
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MO state average
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement45%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,445

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.3%

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 Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. Compares

See how Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
3th percentile in MO
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

302 SMITH AVE, Neosho, MO 64850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. GOODMAN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Goodman), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIAMOND MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Diamond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STAPLETON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Joplin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Neosho, see our Neosho schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NEOSHO HIGH Neosho 1.1 mi 6.2
NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho 1.5 mi 6.2
SOUTH ELEM. Neosho 1.6 mi 7.1
BENTON ELEM. Neosho 1.8 mi 7.3
MIDDLE SCH. Neosho 2.8 mi 6.5
NEOSHO JR. HIGH Neosho 2.9 mi 7.0
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM. Neosho 3.0 mi 7.2
DIAMOND HIGH Diamond 8.3 mi 6.7
DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond 8.4 mi 8.0
DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond 8.5 mi 5.4
GRANBY Granby 7.3 mi 5.2
GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman 9.7 mi 8.2
WESTVIEW ELEM. Neosho 8.1 mi 6.2
EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby 8.0 mi 6.6
SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin 12.9 mi 6.9
SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 13.8 mi 6.4
EAST MIDDLE Joplin 13.8 mi 3.6
TRIWAY Stella 12.6 mi 6.8
STAPLETON ELEM. Joplin 13.9 mi 7.9
MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin 14.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,945

Median Home Value

$161,700

Median Rent

$762/mo

Population

25,355

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.

What grades does Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. serve?

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.?

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.?

The student-teacher ratio at Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. rank in MO?

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. ranks #2,162 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. a charter school?

No, Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. a Title I school?

No, Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr.?

59.3% of students at Field Early Child./kdgn. Ctr. 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Newton County

District

NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,000
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,445
District Rank
#8 of 8

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