Skip to main content

Average

#1633 of 2,221 schools in MO

Heber Hunt Elem.

Elementary School · SEDALIA 200

600 S WARREN, Sedalia, MO 65301

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,633 of 2,221

In Sedalia

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

SEDALIA 200

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Heber Hunt Elem.?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Heber Hunt Elem.

5.2/10

Elementary School in Sedalia · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Horace Mann Elem.

7.9/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Sacred Heart Elementary & High School

8.6/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Heber Hunt Elem.

Heber Hunt Elem. is a public elementary school in Sedalia, MO, part of SEDALIA 200. Heber Hunt Elem. serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Heber Hunt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,633 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Heber Hunt Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency36.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,620
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Heber Hunt Elem. — Students at Heber Hunt Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
42.8%
ELA
43.3%
2025
Math
36.6%
ELA
43.8%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Heber Hunt Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in MO
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

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

600 S WARREN, Sedalia, MO 65301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heber Hunt Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby La Monte), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia 0.7 mi 7.9
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 0.9 mi 8.6
E W Thompson Sedalia 1.1 mi
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia 1.2 mi 6.2
SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia 1.3 mi 7.4
SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia 1.7 mi 7.7
SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia 1.8 mi 6.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia 1.8 mi 4.7
WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia 1.9 mi 7.6
SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 2.4 mi 6.3
PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia 2.4 mi 8.3
PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia 5.6 mi 6.9
APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia 6.7 mi 6.5
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 9.7 mi 8.2
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 8.6 mi 7.3
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 8.6 mi 7.0
LA MONTE HIGH La Monte 10.2 mi 7.2
LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte 10.2 mi 7.8
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge 10.7 mi 7.0
GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge 10.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,906

Median Home Value

$159,700

Median Rent

$865/mo

Population

35,347

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO 5.2
CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin, MO 5.2
CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.2
ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO 5.2
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO 5.2
FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heber Hunt Elem.

What grades does Heber Hunt Elem. serve?

Heber Hunt Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Heber Hunt Elem.?

Heber Hunt Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heber Hunt Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Heber Hunt Elem. is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heber Hunt Elem. rank in MO?

Heber Hunt Elem. ranks #1,633 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Heber Hunt Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Heber Hunt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Heber Hunt Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heber Hunt Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Heber Hunt Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Heber Hunt Elem. a Title I school?

No, Heber Hunt Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

76.1% of students at Heber Hunt 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pettis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

SEDALIA 200
District Enrollment
5,069
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,620
District Rank
#8 of 9

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.