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#2016 of 2,221 schools in MO

Hartville Elem.

Elementary School · HARTVILLE R-II

PO BOX 460, Hartville, MO 65667

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,016 of 2,221

In Hartville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

HARTVILLE R-II

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Hartville Elem.

4.0/10

Elementary School in Hartville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hartville Elem.

Hartville Elem. is a public elementary school in Hartville, MO, part of HARTVILLE R-II. Hartville Elem. serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hartville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,016 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Hartville Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Hartville 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.

37% of students at Hartville Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,356
Chronic Absenteeism36.6%

Hartville Elem. — Students at Hartville Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 30 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
57%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
59.3%
2025
Math
47.7%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Hartville Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MO
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.6%

Location

PO BOX 460, Hartville, MO 65667

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hartville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORWOOD ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is GROVESPRING ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Grovespring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEYMOUR ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Seymour), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartville, see our Hartville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.3 mi
School Distance Rating
HARTVILLE HIGH Hartville 0.0 mi 7.0
WHITE DOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grovespring 4.8 mi
MANSFIELD JR. HIGH Mansfield 10.4 mi 8.9
MANSFIELD HIGH Mansfield 10.4 mi 8.7
WILDER ELEM. Mansfield 10.5 mi 7.5
NORWOOD ELEM. Norwood 11.0 mi 9.1
NORWOOD HIGH Norwood 11.0 mi 8.5
GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring 11.5 mi 8.6
OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 10.1 mi
WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 10.0 mi 2.7
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield 10.5 mi 2.3
Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove 12.2 mi 7.6
DEER CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 13.2 mi 2.5
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 13.1 mi 3.1
OZARK MENNONITE SCHOOL Seymour 14.8 mi 4.0
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 14.0 mi
BRIGHT PRAIRIE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 14.2 mi 2.4
OZARK REGIONAL JUVENILE DET CT Mountain Grove 15.5 mi
SEYMOUR HIGH Seymour 15.2 mi 7.6
SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour 15.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,962

Median Home Value

$209,800

Median Rent

$478/mo

Population

3,318

College Educated

10.1%

Homeownership

77.2%

Poverty Rate

26.9%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Alton Elementary Alton, MO 4.0
GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.0
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO 4.1
PLEASANT HILL ELEM. Pleasant Hill, MO 4.1
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul, MO 4.1
WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia, MO 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hartville Elem.

What grades does Hartville Elem. serve?

Hartville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hartville Elem.?

Hartville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hartville Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Hartville Elem. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hartville Elem. rank in MO?

Hartville Elem. ranks #2,016 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hartville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hartville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Hartville Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hartville Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hartville Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Hartville Elem. a Title I school?

No, Hartville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.2% of students at Hartville 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Wright County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.6%

District

HARTVILLE R-II
District Enrollment
648
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,356
District Rank
#3 of 3

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