Average
#1293 of 2,221 schools in MO
Halfway Elem.
Elementary School · HALFWAY R-III
2150 HWY 32, Halfway, MO 65663
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,293 of 2,221
In Halfway
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
HALFWAY R-III
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Halfway Elem.
Elementary School in Halfway · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Halfway Elem.
Halfway Elem. is a public elementary school in Halfway, MO, part of HALFWAY R-III. Halfway Elem. serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Halfway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,293 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Halfway Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Halfway 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.
Halfway 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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Halfway Elem. — Students at Halfway Elem. score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 3.8/10.
How Halfway Elem. Compares
See how Halfway Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2150 HWY 32, Halfway, MO 65663
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Halfway Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Urbana), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARION C. EARLY ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MALLORY ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Halfway, see our Halfway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HALFWAY SECONDARY Halfway | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| BUFFALO MIDDLE Buffalo | 7.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BUFFALO HIGH Buffalo | 8.1 mi | 8.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CNTR Bolivar | 8.4 mi | 3.8 |
| PLEASANT HOPE HIGH Pleasant Hope | 10.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BOLIVAR HIGH Bolivar | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BOLIVAR PRIMARY Bolivar | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Exceptional Pupil Coop.-ECSE Bolivar | 8.5 mi | — |
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar | 8.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PLEASANT HOPE ELEM. Pleasant Hope | 10.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PLEASANT HOPE MIDDLE Pleasant Hope | 10.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BOLIVAR MIDDLE Bolivar | 9.6 mi | 7.5 |
| MARION C. EARLY ELEM. Morrisville | 13.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MARION C. EARLY HIGH Morrisville | 13.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MARION C. EARLY JUNIOR HIGH Morrisville | 13.8 mi | 6.2 |
| FAIR GROVE HIGH Fair Grove | 16.5 mi | 7.5 |
| FAIR GROVE MIDDLE Fair Grove | 16.5 mi | 7.0 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove | 16.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Urbana | 20.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,868
Median Home Value
$209,900
Population
2,606
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
78.9%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMUNITY ELEM. Laddonia, MO | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Old Monroe, MO | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Loose Creek, MO | 6.0 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem, MO | 6.0 |
| PATTONSBURG ELEM. Pattonsburg, MO | 6.0 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Halfway Elem.
What grades does Halfway Elem. serve?
Halfway Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Halfway Elem.?
Halfway Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Halfway Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Halfway Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Halfway Elem. rank in MO?
Halfway Elem. ranks #1,293 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Halfway Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Halfway Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Halfway Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Halfway Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Halfway Elem. a charter school?
No, Halfway Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Halfway Elem. a Title I school?
No, Halfway Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Halfway Elem.?
61.2% of students at Halfway 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (417) 445-2215
Resources & Links
District
HALFWAY R-III- District Enrollment
- 256
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,423
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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