Needs Improvement
#2133 of 2,221 schools in MO
Holden Elem.
Elementary School · HOLDEN R-III
1903 S MARKET, Holden, MO 64040
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,133 of 2,221
In Holden
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HOLDEN R-III
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Holden Elem.
Elementary School in Holden · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holden Elem.
Holden Elem. is a public elementary school in Holden, MO, part of HOLDEN R-III. Holden Elem. serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Holden Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,133 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Holden Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Holden 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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Holden Elem. — Students at Holden Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 1.6/10.
How Holden Elem. Compares
See how Holden Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1903 S MARKET, Holden, MO 64040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holden Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST LYNNE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby East Lynne), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONE JACK ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Lone Jack), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN WARREN ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Warrensburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holden, see our Holden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLDEN HIGH Holden | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HOLDEN MIDDLE Holden | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| KINGSVILLE HIGH Kingsville | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| KINGSVILLE ELEM. Kingsville | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| JOHNSON COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Centerview | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview | 9.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CREST RIDGE HIGH Centerview | 9.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CHILHOWEE ELEM. Chilhowee | 10.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CHILHOWEE HIGH Chilhowee | 10.5 mi | 4.4 |
| STRASBURG ELEM. Strasburg | 10.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Creighton | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SHERWOOD HIGH Creighton | 14.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SHERWOOD MIDDLE Creighton | 14.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EAST LYNNE ELEM. East Lynne | 13.0 mi | 8.7 |
| LONE JACK HIGH Lone Jack | 14.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TRAINING CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Garden City | 14.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack | 15.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MARTIN WARREN ELEM. Warrensburg | 14.4 mi | 7.0 |
| STERLING ELEM. Warrensburg | 15.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PLEASANT HILL HIGH Pleasant Hill | 15.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,961
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$774/mo
Population
5,968
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence, MO | 3.5 |
| Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction, MO | 3.5 |
| GLADDEN ELEM. Belton, MO | 3.5 |
| HICKORY HILLS ELEM. Springfield, MO | 3.5 |
| AVA ELEM. Ava, MO | 3.6 |
| CARROLLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carrollton, MO | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holden Elem.
What grades does Holden Elem. serve?
Holden Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Holden Elem.?
Holden Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holden Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Holden Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holden Elem. rank in MO?
Holden Elem. ranks #2,133 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Holden Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Holden Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Holden Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holden Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Holden Elem. a charter school?
No, Holden Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holden Elem. a Title I school?
No, Holden Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holden Elem.?
47.5% of students at Holden 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
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (816) 732-6071
Resources & Links
District
HOLDEN R-III- District Enrollment
- 1,195
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,894
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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