Average
#1408 of 2,221 schools in MO
Galena-abesville Elem.
Elementary School · GALENA R-II
PO BOX 286, Galena, MO 65656
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,408 of 2,221
In Galena
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
GALENA R-II
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Galena-abesville Elem.
Elementary School in Galena · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Galena-abesville Elem.
Galena-abesville Elem. is a public elementary school in Galena, MO, part of GALENA R-II. Galena-abesville Elem. serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Galena-abesville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,408 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Galena-abesville Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Galena-abesville 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Galena-abesville Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Galena-abesville 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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Galena-abesville Elem. — Students at Galena-abesville Elem. score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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 Galena-abesville Elem. Compares
See how Galena-abesville Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 286, Galena, MO 65656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Galena-abesville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATHEWS ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Nixa), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESPY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Nixa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REEDS SPRING PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Reeds Spring), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Galena, see our Galena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spokane | 3.7 mi | — |
| SPOKANE HIGH Spokane | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SPOKANE MIDDLE Spokane | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| GALENA HIGH Galena | 6.2 mi | 5.3 |
| REEDS SPRING INTERMEDIATE Reeds Spring | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| REEDS SPRING PRIMARY Reeds Spring | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
| REEDS SPRING ELEMENTARY Reeds Spring | 8.0 mi | 4.5 |
| REEDS SPRING MIDDLE Reeds Spring | 8.3 mi | 8.2 |
| REEDS SPRING HIGH Reeds Spring | 8.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville | 7.8 mi | 3.3 |
| HURLEY ELEM. Hurley | 9.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HURLEY HIGH Hurley | 9.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BUCHANAN INTERMEDIATE Branson | 12.1 mi | 6.8 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 13.3 mi | 6.3 |
| BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson | 12.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa | 13.4 mi | 7.8 |
| BRANSON HIGH Branson | 12.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa | 14.0 mi | 7.8 |
| TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson | 13.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CRANE HIGH Crane | 11.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,505
Median Home Value
$229,000
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
5,224
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
50.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Hannibal, MO | 5.7 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hannibal, MO | 5.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Washington, MO | 5.7 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Galena-abesville Elem.
What grades does Galena-abesville Elem. serve?
Galena-abesville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Galena-abesville Elem.?
Galena-abesville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Galena-abesville Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Galena-abesville Elem. is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Galena-abesville Elem. rank in MO?
Galena-abesville Elem. ranks #1,408 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Galena-abesville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Galena-abesville 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 Galena-abesville Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Galena-abesville Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Galena-abesville Elem. a charter school?
No, Galena-abesville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Galena-abesville Elem. a Title I school?
No, Galena-abesville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Galena-abesville Elem.?
62.0% of students at Galena-abesville 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Stone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (417) 357-6378
Resources & Links
District
GALENA R-II- District Enrollment
- 423
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,694
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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