Excellent
#204 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 9% in state
Houston Elem.
Elementary School · HOUSTON R-I
206 W SPRUCE ST, Houston, MO 65483
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#204 of 2,221
In Houston
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
HOUSTON R-I
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Houston Elem.
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About Houston Elem.
Houston Elem. is a public elementary school in Houston, MO, part of HOUSTON R-I. Houston Elem. serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Houston Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Houston 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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Houston Elem. — Students at Houston Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 9.8/10.
How Houston Elem. Compares
See how Houston Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
206 W SPRUCE ST, Houston, MO 65483
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Raymondville), a more accessible option. Another option is SUCCESS ELEM. (rated 5.8/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Success), a more accessible option. Additionally, CABOOL ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Cabool), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON HIGH Houston | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EXCEPTIONAL CHILD COOP. Houston | 0.3 mi | — |
| RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville | 6.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SUCCESS ELEM. Success | 9.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LICKING ELEM. Licking | 12.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 12.8 mi | 5.1 |
| CABOOL HIGH Cabool | 15.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CABOOL ELEM. Cabool | 15.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GENTRY RESIDENTIAL TREAT. FAC. Cabool | 16.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CABOOL MIDDLE Cabool | 15.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PLATO ELEM. Plato | 18.8 mi | 4.8 |
| PLATO HIGH Plato | 18.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs | 22.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs | 22.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs | 22.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville | 19.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mountain Grove | 20.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. Summersville | 20.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE MIDDLE Mountain Grove | 20.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65483 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,099
Median Home Value
$116,500
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
4,607
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.3 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California, MO | 8.3 |
| DISCOVERY RIDGE ELEMENTARY O'Fallon, MO | 8.3 |
| FORDLAND ELEM. Fordland, MO | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE ELEM Marionville, MO | 8.3 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston Elem.
What grades does Houston Elem. serve?
Houston Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Houston Elem.?
Houston Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston Elem. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston Elem. rank in MO?
Houston Elem. ranks #204 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Houston Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Houston Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Houston Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Houston Elem. a charter school?
No, Houston Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston Elem. a Title I school?
No, Houston Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston Elem.?
57.7% of students at Houston 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
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Texas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (417) 967-3024
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,037
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,489
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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