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#168 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 8% in state

Horace Mann Elem.

Elementary School · SEDALIA 200

1100 W 16TH, Sedalia, MO 65301

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sedalia

#1 of 10

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#115 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 9

SEDALIA 200

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Horace Mann Elem.

Horace Mann Elem. is a public elementary school in Sedalia, MO, part of the SEDALIA 200. The school serves approximately 239 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.5th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,906, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Horace Mann Elem. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency52%
Expected (poverty-adj.)34%
vs. Expected+18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.3Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,238

Horace Mann Elem. — Students at Horace Mann Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Horace Mann Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in MO
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
6.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

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. GREEN RIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Green Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby La Monte), with a comparable 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 6.2
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 0.9 mi 8.6
SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia 0.9 mi 6.5
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia 0.9 mi 6.2
SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia 1.1 mi 5.0
EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia 1.1 mi 7.1
SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia 1.4 mi 6.5
E W Thompson Sedalia 1.4 mi
WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia 1.5 mi 7.9
SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 2.0 mi 5.1
PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia 1.8 mi 4.8
PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia 6.2 mi 4.9
APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia 6.3 mi 6.5
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 8.1 mi 6.6
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 8.1 mi 7.2
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 10.4 mi 8.5
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge 10.7 mi 8.9
GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge 10.7 mi 5.5
LA MONTE HIGH La Monte 10.9 mi 6.5
LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte 10.9 mi 7.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Horace Mann Elem. has a median household income of $58,906. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,700, with a median rent of $865/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 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
BELLE ELEM. Belle, MO 8.4
NORTHEAST ELEM. Cairo, MO 8.4
RICHLAND ELEM. Richland, MO 8.4
SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston, MO 8.4
DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO 8.5
EAST ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 8.5

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. is ranked #168 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Horace Mann Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Horace Mann Elem. has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Horace Mann Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horace Mann Elem. has 53.7% math proficiency and 50.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (3,180/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sedalia). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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