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Gratz Brown Elem.

Elementary School · MOBERLY

1320 GRATZ BROWN RD, Moberly, MO 65270

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,586 of 2,221

In Moberly

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

MOBERLY

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Gratz Brown Elem.

5.3/10

Elementary School in Moberly · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gratz Brown Elem.

Gratz Brown Elem. is a public elementary school in Moberly, MO, part of MOBERLY. Gratz Brown Elem. serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gratz Brown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Gratz Brown Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,208
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Gratz Brown Elem. — Students at Gratz Brown Elem. score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
30.7%
ELA
29.7%
2025
Math
30.3%
ELA
26.4%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Gratz Brown Elem. Compares

See how Gratz Brown Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in MO
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1320 GRATZ BROWN RD, Moberly, MO 65270

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gratz Brown Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHEAST ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Cairo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH PARK ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moberly, see our Moberly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CNTR Moberly 0.1 mi 3.8
MARANATHA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Moberly 0.3 mi
MOBERLY MIDDLE Moberly 0.2 mi 4.4
MOBERLY SR. HIGH Moberly 0.4 mi 5.0
SOUTH PARK ELEM. Moberly 1.2 mi 7.4
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moberly 1.4 mi 7.5
NORTH PARK ELEM. Moberly 1.9 mi 7.4
RENICK ELEM. Renick 4.1 mi 6.3
NORTHEAST HIGH Cairo 7.7 mi 9.4
NORTHEAST ELEM. Cairo 7.7 mi 7.8
WESTRAN HIGH Huntsville 6.7 mi 6.7
WESTRAN ELEM. Huntsville 7.2 mi 4.1
HIGBEE ELEM. Higbee 8.2 mi 4.7
HIGBEE HIGH Higbee 8.2 mi 7.8
HIGBEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Higbee 8.2 mi 4.2
MIDDLE GROVE ELEM. Madison 7.8 mi 7.1
STURGEON HIGH Sturgeon 13.2 mi 5.2
MADISON ELEM. Madison 12.0 mi 4.7
MADISON HIGH Madison 12.0 mi 6.3
STURGEON MIDDLE Sturgeon 13.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,354

Median Home Value

$143,300

Median Rent

$753/mo

Population

16,762

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOWLES ELEM. Fenton, MO 5.3
CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO 5.3
DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.3
EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO 5.3
JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City, MO 5.3
LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty, MO 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gratz Brown Elem.

What grades does Gratz Brown Elem. serve?

Gratz Brown Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Gratz Brown Elem.?

Gratz Brown Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gratz Brown Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Gratz Brown Elem. is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gratz Brown Elem. rank in MO?

Gratz Brown Elem. ranks #1,586 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Gratz Brown Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Gratz Brown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Gratz Brown Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gratz Brown Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Gratz Brown Elem. a charter school?

No, Gratz Brown Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gratz Brown Elem. a Title I school?

No, Gratz Brown Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gratz Brown Elem.?

63.7% of students at Gratz Brown 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Randolph County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

MOBERLY
District Enrollment
2,127
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,208
District Rank
#3 of 6

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