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#363 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 16% in state

Horace Mann Elem.

Elementary School · SEDALIA 200

1100 W 16TH, Sedalia, MO 65301

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#363 of 2,221

In Sedalia

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

SEDALIA 200

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Horace Mann Elem.

7.9/10

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

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About Horace Mann Elem.

Horace Mann Elem. is a public elementary school in Sedalia, MO, part of SEDALIA 200. Horace Mann Elem. serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Horace Mann Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Horace Mann Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Horace Mann Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,620
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Horace Mann Elem. — Students at Horace Mann Elem. score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (2025 MAP)

Based on 33 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
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
47%
2025
Math
49.6%
ELA
60%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Horace Mann Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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

1100 W 16TH, Sedalia, MO 65301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horace Mann Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby La Monte), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia 0.7 mi 5.2
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 0.9 mi 8.6
SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia 0.9 mi 7.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia 0.9 mi 6.2
SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia 1.1 mi 6.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia 1.1 mi 4.7
SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia 1.4 mi 7.7
E W Thompson Sedalia 1.4 mi
WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia 1.5 mi 7.6
SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 2.0 mi 6.3
PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia 1.8 mi 8.3
PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia 6.2 mi 6.9
APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia 6.3 mi 6.5
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 8.1 mi 7.3
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 8.1 mi 7.0
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 10.4 mi 8.2
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge 10.7 mi 7.0
GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge 10.7 mi 5.7
LA MONTE HIGH La Monte 10.9 mi 7.2
LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte 10.9 mi 7.8

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
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles, MO 7.9
LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata, MO 7.9
MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield, MO 7.9
SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston, MO 7.9
SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 7.9
BEVIER ELEM. Bevier, MO 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horace Mann Elem.

What grades does Horace Mann Elem. serve?

Horace Mann Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Horace Mann Elem.?

Horace Mann Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Elem. is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Horace Mann Elem. rank in MO?

Horace Mann Elem. ranks #363 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Horace Mann Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Horace Mann Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Horace Mann Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Horace Mann Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Horace Mann Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Horace Mann Elem. a Title I school?

No, Horace Mann Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

69.0% of students at Horace Mann 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pettis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

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

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