Needs Improvement
#2051 of 2,221 schools in MO
Hyde Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
509 THOMPSON, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,051 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#18 of 22
public schools
In district
#17 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Hyde Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hyde Elem.
Hyde Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Hyde Elem. serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hyde Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,051 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hyde Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Hyde Elem. — Students at Hyde Elem. score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 3.1/10.
How Hyde Elem. Compares
See how Hyde Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
509 THOMPSON, St. Joseph, MO 64504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hyde Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Intermediate (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENTON HIGH St. Joseph | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| HOSEA ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Riverside Primary School Elwood | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Riverside Intermediate Elwood | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,300
Median Home Value
$115,100
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
10,286
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown, MO | 3.9 |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview, MO | 3.9 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico, MO | 3.9 |
| FOX ELEM. Arnold, MO | 3.9 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 3.9 |
| KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hyde Elem.
What grades does Hyde Elem. serve?
Hyde Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hyde Elem.?
Hyde Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hyde Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hyde Elem. is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hyde Elem. rank in MO?
Hyde Elem. ranks #2,051 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hyde Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hyde Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Hyde Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hyde Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hyde Elem. a charter school?
No, Hyde Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hyde Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hyde Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hyde Elem.?
100.0% of students at Hyde 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4210
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District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #17 of 20
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