Average
#954 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 43% in state
Gideon Elem.
Elementary School · GIDEON 37
PO BOX 227, Gideon, MO 63848
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#954 of 2,221
In Gideon
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
GIDEON 37
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Gideon Elem.
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About Gideon Elem.
Gideon Elem. is a public elementary school in Gideon, MO, part of GIDEON 37. Gideon Elem. serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gideon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Gideon Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Gideon Elem. 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.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Gideon Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gideon 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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Gideon Elem. — Students at Gideon Elem. score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Gideon Elem. Compares
See how Gideon Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 227, Gideon, MO 63848
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gideon Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERNIE ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Bernie), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISCO ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Risco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMPBELL ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Campbell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gideon, see our Gideon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GIDEON HIGH Gideon | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARKTON HIGH Clarkton | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton | 2.7 mi | — |
| HOLCOMB HIGH Holcomb | 6.6 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLCOMB ELEM. Holcomb | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MALDEN LOWER ELEM. Malden | 8.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden | 8.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 8.8 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 8.8 mi | 6.4 |
| RISCO ELEM. Risco | 8.9 mi | 8.1 |
| RISCO HIGH Risco | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CAMPBELL HIGH Campbell | 8.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST EUSTACHIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portageville | 12.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PORTAGEVILLE HIGH Portageville | 12.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville | 12.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie | 15.4 mi | 9.2 |
| BERNIE HIGH Bernie | 15.4 mi | 7.9 |
| H. BYRON MASTERSON ELEM. Kennett | 15.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63848 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,393
Median Home Value
$61,900
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
1,058
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell, MO | 6.7 |
| HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL Maryville, MO | 6.7 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal, MO | 6.7 |
| PINEVILLE PRIMARY Anderson, MO | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff, MO | 6.7 |
| WALNUT GROVE ELEM. Walnut Grove, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gideon Elem.
What grades does Gideon Elem. serve?
Gideon Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Gideon Elem.?
Gideon Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gideon Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Gideon Elem. is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gideon Elem. rank in MO?
Gideon Elem. ranks #954 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Gideon Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Gideon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Gideon Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gideon Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gideon Elem. a charter school?
No, Gideon Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gideon Elem. a Title I school?
No, Gideon Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gideon Elem.?
100.0% of students at Gideon 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
- 121
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- New Madrid County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.1%
- Phone
- (573) 448-3447
Resources & Links
District
GIDEON 37- District Enrollment
- 223
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,144
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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