Excellent
#251 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 11% in state
John Glenn Elem.
Elementary School · SAVANNAH R-III
12401 COUNTY RD 438, St. Joseph, MO 64505
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#251 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#4 of 22
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
SAVANNAH R-III
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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John Glenn Elem.
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About John Glenn Elem.
John Glenn Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of SAVANNAH R-III. John Glenn Elem. serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
John Glenn Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for John Glenn Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
John Glenn 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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John Glenn Elem. — Students at John Glenn Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 8.7/10.
How John Glenn Elem. Compares
See how John Glenn 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
12401 COUNTY RD 438, St. Joseph, MO 64505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Glenn Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PERSHING ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| HOSANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | — |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 4.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 5.3 mi | 3.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,741
Median Home Value
$186,000
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
13,875
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COVEL D. SEARCY ELEM. Gallatin, MO | 8.2 |
| DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE Doniphan, MO | 8.2 |
| GERALD ELEM. Gerald, MO | 8.2 |
| GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman, MO | 8.2 |
| RICH HILL ELEM. Rich Hill, MO | 8.2 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Glenn Elem.
What grades does John Glenn Elem. serve?
John Glenn Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Glenn Elem.?
John Glenn Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Glenn Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at John Glenn Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Glenn Elem. rank in MO?
John Glenn Elem. ranks #251 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is John Glenn Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
John Glenn Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 John Glenn Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Glenn Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Glenn Elem. a charter school?
No, John Glenn Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Glenn Elem. a Title I school?
No, John Glenn Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Glenn Elem.?
32.9% of students at John Glenn 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
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Andrew County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (816) 279-4533
Resources & Links
District
SAVANNAH R-III- District Enrollment
- 2,368
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,704
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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