Very Good
#689 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 31% in state
George Washington Carver Elem.
Elementary School · NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
12350 NORWAY RD, Neosho, MO 64850
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#689 of 2,221
In Neosho
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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George Washington Carver Elem.
Elementary School in Neosho · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George Washington Carver Elem.
George Washington Carver Elem. is a public elementary school in Neosho, MO, part of NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT. George Washington Carver Elem. serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Carver Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Carver Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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George Washington Carver Elem. — Students at George Washington Carver Elem. score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 9.4/10.
How George Washington Carver Elem. Compares
See how George Washington Carver Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12350 NORWAY RD, Neosho, MO 64850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Carver Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOODMAN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Goodman), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BENTON ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Neosho, see our Neosho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEOSHO JR. HIGH Neosho | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MIDDLE SCH. Neosho | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Neosho | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NEOSHO HIGH Neosho | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| FIELD EARLY CHILD./KDGN. CTR. Neosho | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| BENTON ELEM. Neosho | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Neosho | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman | 7.7 mi | 8.2 |
| DIAMOND HIGH Diamond | 11.0 mi | 6.7 |
| DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond | 11.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond | 11.1 mi | 5.4 |
| GRANBY Granby | 10.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SENECA EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Seneca | 10.1 mi | 3.5 |
| SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Seneca | 10.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SENECA ELEM. Seneca | 10.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SENECA HIGH Seneca | 10.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby | 10.5 mi | 6.6 |
| SENECA JUNIOR HIGH Seneca | 10.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 13.3 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield, MO | 7.2 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 7.2 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
| FREDERICKTOWN ELEM. Fredericktown, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Carver Elem.
What grades does George Washington Carver Elem. serve?
George Washington Carver Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend George Washington Carver Elem.?
George Washington Carver Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Carver Elem. is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington Carver Elem. rank in MO?
George Washington Carver Elem. ranks #689 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is George Washington Carver Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Carver Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 George Washington Carver Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Carver Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is George Washington Carver Elem. a charter school?
No, George Washington Carver Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Carver Elem. a Title I school?
No, George Washington Carver Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Carver Elem.?
54.1% of students at George Washington Carver 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Newton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (417) 451-8690
Resources & Links
District
NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,000
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,445
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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