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#902 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 41% in state

Hollister Elem.

Elementary School · HOLLISTER R-V

1794 STATE HWY BB, Hollister, MO 65672

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#902 of 2,221

In Hollister

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

HOLLISTER R-V

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Hollister Elem.

6.8/10

Elementary School in Hollister · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hollister Early Childhood Ctr

7.1/10

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7.3/10

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About Hollister Elem.

Hollister Elem. is a public elementary school in Hollister, MO, part of HOLLISTER R-V. Hollister Elem. serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollister Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #902 of 2,221 schools in MO.

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

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,706
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Hollister Elem. — Students at Hollister Elem. score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
40.4%
ELA
34.2%
2025
Math
39.1%
ELA
38%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Hollister Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in MO
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

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

1794 STATE HWY BB, Hollister, MO 65672

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollister Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Branson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Branson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister 0.1 mi 7.1
HOLLISTER MIDDLE Hollister 0.5 mi 7.3
HOLLISTER HIGH Hollister 0.5 mi 7.2
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hollister 1.3 mi 7.3
KIRBYVILLE ELEM. Kirbyville 1.9 mi 6.5
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout 2.3 mi 6.4
BRANSON JR. HIGH Branson 3.7 mi 7.7
CEDAR RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Branson 4.1 mi 7.0
CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson 4.1 mi 7.2
KIRBYVILLE MIDDLE Kirbyville 3.8 mi 9.2
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson 4.2 mi 7.8
TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson 4.9 mi 4.9
BRANSON HIGH Branson 6.1 mi 4.4
BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson 6.3 mi 4.8
BUCHANAN INTERMEDIATE Branson 6.5 mi 6.8
FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth 7.1 mi 6.5
FORSYTH HIGH Forsyth 7.1 mi 7.6
FORSYTH MIDDLE Forsyth 7.1 mi 7.2
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth 8.1 mi 8.1
OMAHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 11.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,407

Median Home Value

$172,600

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

8,512

College Educated

25.8%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

41.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell, MO 6.8
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield, MO 6.8
Clearview Elementary Union, MO 6.8
DONIPHAN ELEM. Doniphan, MO 6.8
IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 6.8
MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin, MO 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollister Elem.

What grades does Hollister Elem. serve?

Hollister Elem. serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Hollister Elem.?

Hollister Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hollister 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 Hollister Elem. rank in MO?

Hollister Elem. ranks #902 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hollister Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hollister Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hollister Elem.?

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

Is Hollister Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Hollister Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

67.2% of students at Hollister 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Taney County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

HOLLISTER R-V
District Enrollment
1,341
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,706
District Rank
#4 of 4

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