Gasconade Elem.

Gasconade Elementary sits in Falcon, Missouri, serving 89 students across pre-K through eighth grade. The school earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — placing it among the very best public schools in the state. It ranks 27th out of 2,216 Missouri public schools and 21st among 1,202 elementary schools statewide, outperforming 99% of all Missouri public schools on MySchoolScout's composite measure.

The academic score of 8.8 reflects strong tested performance, but growth is where Gasconade stands apart. A 9.7 out of 10 growth score signals that students here are gaining ground at an extraordinary rate relative to peers across the state — evidence that the school isn't just serving high achievers but actively accelerating learning for the students it has. With 89 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.9 to 1, Gasconade keeps classes small across all grade levels.

Fewer than nine students per teacher gives each child significant daily contact with their instructor. Combined with a composite score that places the school in the top 1% statewide, it's a profile that stands out for families comparing elementary options in Missouri.

With an enrollment of 89 students, Gasconade Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Gasconade Elem. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Gasconade Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.