Very Good
#380 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 17% in state
Hale Elem.
Elementary School · HALE R-I
PO BOX 248, Hale, MO 64643
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#380 of 2,221
In Hale
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
HALE R-I
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Hale Elem.
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About Hale Elem.
Hale Elem. is a public elementary school in Hale, MO, part of HALE R-I. Hale Elem. serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Hale Elem. show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Hale 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Hale Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hale 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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Hale Elem. — Students at Hale Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
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: 6.9/10.
How Hale Elem. Compares
See how Hale Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 248, Hale, MO 64643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hale Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRUNSWICK ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWESTERN ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TINA-AVALON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Tina), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hale, see our Hale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HALE HIGH Hale | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. Tina | 7.2 mi | 7.9 |
| TINA-AVALON HIGH Tina | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BOSWORTH ELEM. Bosworth | 9.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BOSWORTH HIGH Bosworth | 9.6 mi | — |
| MEADVILLE ELEM. Meadville | 12.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MEADVILLE HIGH Meadville | 12.7 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTHWESTERN ELEM. Mendon | 11.4 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHWESTERN HIGH Mendon | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe | 17.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CARROLLTON SENIOR HIGH Carrollton | 18.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Carrollton | 18.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CARROLLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carrollton | 18.3 mi | 3.6 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe | 17.2 mi | 4.9 |
| VERELLE PENISTON SCHOOL Chillicothe | 17.3 mi | — |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe | 17.4 mi | 7.6 |
| CHILLICOTHE MIDDLE Chillicothe | 17.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick | 17.5 mi | 9.2 |
| BRUNSWICK HIGH Brunswick | 17.5 mi | 8.6 |
| BROOKFIELD MIDDLE Brookfield | 17.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,547
Median Home Value
$112,900
Median Rent
$653/mo
Population
1,093
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
| HUDSON ELEM. Appleton City, MO | 7.6 |
| MACON CO. ELEM. New Cambria, MO | 7.6 |
| Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove, MO | 7.6 |
| COWGILL ELEM. Cowgill, MO | 8.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hale Elem.
What grades does Hale Elem. serve?
Hale Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hale Elem.?
Hale Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hale Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hale Elem. is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hale Elem. rank in MO?
Hale Elem. ranks #380 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hale Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Hale Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hale Elem. has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hale Elem. a charter school?
No, Hale Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hale Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hale Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hale Elem.?
54.3% of students at Hale 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
- 35
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Carroll County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.9%
- Phone
- (660) 565-2417
Resources & Links
District
HALE R-I- District Enrollment
- 98
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,486
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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