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#158 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 39% of private schools
Horace Mann Laboratory School
Elementary School
800 UNIVERSITY DR, Maryville, MO 64468
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#158 of 399
In Maryville
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Horace Mann Laboratory School
Horace Mann Laboratory School is a private elementary school in Maryville, MO. Horace Mann Laboratory School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Horace Mann Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Horace Mann Laboratory School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Horace Mann Laboratory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Horace Mann Laboratory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Horace Mann Laboratory School compares to the 4 public schools in Maryville, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Maryville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Horace Mann Laboratory School (this school) | 6.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 7.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. | 5.2 |
| MARYVILLE HIGH | 5.1 |
| MARYVILLE MIDDLE | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
800 UNIVERSITY DR, Maryville, MO 64468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horace Mann Laboratory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Conception Jct), which scores notably higher. Another option is NWMSU HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maryville, see our Maryville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NWMSU HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL Maryville | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maryville | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Maryville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MARYVILLE HIGH Maryville | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MARYVILLE MIDDLE Maryville | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH NODAWAY ELEM. Pickering | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH NODAWAY ELEM. Barnard | 12.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTH NODAWAY HIGH Barnard | 12.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WEST NODAWAY R-I ELEM. Burlington Jct | 10.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST NODAWAY HIGH Burlington Jct | 10.8 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH NODAWAY JR.-SR. HIGH Hopkins | 14.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Northeast Nodaway Elementary Ravenwood | 11.3 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST NODAWAY HIGH Ravenwood | 11.3 mi | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Conception Jct | 12.2 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH Conception Jct | 12.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Nodaway-Holt MS/HS Graham | 13.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NODAWAY-HOLT ELEM. Maitland | 14.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH ANDREW MIDDLE Rosendale | 21.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH ANDREW ELEM. Rosendale | 21.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,757
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
14,315
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
11.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
29
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GIDEON ELEM. Gideon, MO | 6.7 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal, MO | 6.7 |
| PINEVILLE PRIMARY Anderson, MO | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff, MO | 6.7 |
| WALNUT GROVE ELEM. Walnut Grove, MO | 6.7 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horace Mann Laboratory School
What grades does Horace Mann Laboratory School serve?
Horace Mann Laboratory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Horace Mann Laboratory School?
Horace Mann Laboratory School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Laboratory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann Laboratory School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Horace Mann Laboratory School rank in MO?
Horace Mann Laboratory School ranks #158 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Horace Mann Laboratory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horace Mann Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Horace Mann Laboratory School a private school?
Yes, Horace Mann Laboratory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Horace Mann Laboratory School a religious school?
No, Horace Mann Laboratory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Nodaway County
- Phone
- (660) 562-1233
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