Very Good
#595 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 27% in state
Holcomb Elem.
Elementary School · HOLCOMB R-III
PO BOX 190, Holcomb, MO 63852
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Holcomb
#2 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#340 of 1,202
In district
#2 of 2
HOLCOMB R-III
School environment
8.0 / 10
Very strong
About Holcomb Elem.
Holcomb Elem., a regular public elementary school in Holcomb, Missouri, serves students from pre-K through grade 6. With an enrollment of 236 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1, the school benefits from a dedicated teaching staff of 20 full-time equivalent educators. Located in a rural setting, Holcomb Elem. provides a close-knit community atmosphere where teachers can give individual attention to each child.
The MySchoolScout rating for Holcomb Elem. is 4.7 out of 10, placing it at the 35th percentile among Missouri schools, ranked as #1444 out of 2234. Academically, students perform with room for improvement: 35% are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 27% are proficient or above in Math. Holcomb Elem. is situated in a rural area where community support helps to shape the school's environment.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Holcomb Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Holcomb Elem. — Students at Holcomb Elem. score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 7.5/10.
How Holcomb Elem. Compares
See how Holcomb Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 27% (2019) to 27% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 32% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 190, Holcomb, MO 63852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holcomb Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GIDEON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Gideon), with a very similar rating. Another option is H. BYRON MASTERSON ELEM. (rated 5.9/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Kennett), a more accessible option. Additionally, MALDEN LOWER ELEM. (rated 5.9/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Malden), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holcomb, see our Holcomb schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLCOMB HIGH Holcomb | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton | 4.7 mi | — |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CLARKTON HIGH Clarkton | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell | 6.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CAMPBELL HIGH Campbell | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GIDEON ELEM. Gideon | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| GIDEON HIGH Gideon | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| H. BYRON MASTERSON ELEM. Kennett | 10.5 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Kennett | 10.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PIGGOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Piggott | 8.6 mi | 5.1 |
| PIGGOTT HIGH SCHOOL Piggott | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| KENNETT MIDDLE Kennett | 11.4 mi | 3.3 |
| KENNETT HIGH Kennett | 11.6 mi | 3.5 |
| MALDEN LOWER ELEM. Malden | 11.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden | 11.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Kennett | 12.3 mi | 5.3 |
| KENNETT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kennett | 12.5 mi | — |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 11.9 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 11.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,365
Median Home Value
$89,100
Median Rent
$614/mo
Population
1,261
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
39.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Holcomb Elem. has a median household income of $43,365. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,100, with a median rent of $614/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Peters, MO | 7.2 |
| CRANE ELEM. Crane, MO | 7.2 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem, MO | 7.2 |
| DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond, MO | 7.2 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holcomb Elem.
What grades does Holcomb Elem. serve?
Holcomb Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Holcomb Elem.?
Holcomb Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holcomb Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Holcomb Elem. is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holcomb Elem. rank in MO?
Holcomb Elem. is ranked #595 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Holcomb Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Holcomb Elem. has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Holcomb Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Holcomb Elem. has 27.0% math proficiency and 35.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Holcomb Elem. a charter school?
No, Holcomb Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holcomb Elem. a Title I school?
No, Holcomb Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holcomb Elem.?
100.0% of students at Holcomb 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dunklin County
- Phone
- (573) 792-3550
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HOLCOMB R-III- District Enrollment
- 452
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,117
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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