Average
#1003 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 45% in state
Golden City Elem.
Elementary School · GOLDEN CITY R-III
1208 WALNUT ST, Golden City, MO 64748
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,003 of 2,221
In Golden City
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
GOLDEN CITY R-III
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Golden City Elem.
Elementary School in Golden City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Golden City Elem.
Golden City Elem. is a public elementary school in Golden City, MO, part of GOLDEN CITY R-III. Golden City Elem. serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,003 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Golden City Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Golden City 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Golden City Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Golden City 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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Golden City Elem. — Students at Golden City Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
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: 5.7/10.
How Golden City Elem. Compares
See how Golden City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1208 WALNUT ST, Golden City, MO 64748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JASPER CO. ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Jasper), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAMAR ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Lamar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOCKWOOD ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Lockwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Golden City, see our Golden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOLDEN CITY HIGH Golden City | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LOCKWOOD HIGH Lockwood | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| LOCKWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Lockwood | 7.8 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lockwood | 7.9 mi | 3.3 |
| LOCKWOOD ELEM. Lockwood | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LOCKWOOD SPECL. EDUC. COOP. Lockwood | 8.2 mi | — |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar | 11.3 mi | 7.0 |
| AVILLA ELEM. Avilla | 13.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Jasper Co. High School Jasper | 11.6 mi | 6.2 |
| JASPER CO. ELEM. Jasper | 11.7 mi | 8.7 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Lamar | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| LAMAR ELEM. Lamar | 12.6 mi | 8.7 |
| LAMAR HIGH Lamar | 12.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ROUND GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miller | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GREENFIELD HIGH Greenfield | 14.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GREENFIELD ELEM. Greenfield | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER Carthage | 18.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CARTHAGE JR. HIGH Carthage | 19.1 mi | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage | 19.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLER HIGH Miller | 18.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,345
Median Home Value
$103,000
Median Rent
$627/mo
Population
1,270
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg, MO | 6.6 |
| Dadeville R-II School Dadeville, MO | 6.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Macon, MO | 6.6 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO | 6.6 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs, MO | 6.6 |
| FAIRFAX ELEM. Fairfax, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golden City Elem.
What grades does Golden City Elem. serve?
Golden City Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Golden City Elem.?
Golden City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden City Elem. is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Golden City Elem. rank in MO?
Golden City Elem. ranks #1,003 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Golden City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Golden City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Golden City Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden City Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Golden City Elem. a charter school?
No, Golden City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Golden City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Golden City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Golden City Elem.?
68.4% of students at Golden City 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Barton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (417) 537-4272
Resources & Links
District
GOLDEN CITY R-III- District Enrollment
- 155
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,374
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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