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Very Good

#789 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 36% in state

Knox Co. Elem.

Elementary School · KNOX CO. R-I

55701 STATE HWY 6, Edina, MO 63537

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#789 of 2,221

In Edina

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

KNOX CO. R-I

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Knox Co. Elem.

7.0/10

Elementary School in Edina · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Knox Co. High

8.3/10

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Adair Co. Elem.

7.5/10

12.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Knox Co. Elem.

Knox Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Edina, MO, part of KNOX CO. R-I.

Knox Co. Elem. serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Knox Co.

Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #789 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Knox Co. Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Knox Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Knox Co. 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,000
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Knox Co. Elem. — Students at Knox Co. Elem. score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (2025 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
40.7%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Knox Co. Elem. Compares

See how Knox Co. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MO
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Location

55701 STATE HWY 6, Edina, MO 63537

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Knox Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATLANTA ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA PLATA ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby La Plata), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ADAIR CO. ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Brashear), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edina, see our Edina schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.2 mi
School Distance Rating
KNOX CO. HIGH Edina 0.0 mi 8.3
ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear 12.8 mi 7.5
ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear 12.8 mi 8.0
HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel 17.5 mi 8.7
SCOTLAND CO. ELEM. Memphis 21.0 mi 3.9
SCOTLAND CO. HIGH Memphis 21.0 mi 5.4
NORTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbyville 23.5 mi 8.8
NORTH SHELBY ELEM. Shelbyville 23.5 mi 5.6
LA PLATA HIGH La Plata 21.3 mi 6.6
LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata 21.4 mi 7.9
SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahoka 22.4 mi
RAY MILLER ELEM. Kirksville 22.3 mi 7.0
KIRKSVILLE PRIMARY Kirksville 22.4 mi 7.2
WILLIAM MATTHEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Kirksville 22.5 mi 7.6
KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH Kirksville 22.5 mi 5.9
HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown 23.4 mi 5.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville 22.9 mi 7.4
HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown 23.8 mi 3.1
ATLANTA ELEM. Atlanta 26.2 mi 9.6
ATLANTA HIGH Atlanta 26.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,829

Median Home Value

$104,800

Median Rent

$666/mo

Population

2,331

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLUE EYE ELEM. Blue Eye, MO 7.0
CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia, MO 7.0
CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO 7.0
EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO 7.0
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge, MO 7.0
JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia, MO 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Knox Co. Elem.

What grades does Knox Co. Elem. serve?

Knox Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Knox Co. Elem.?

Knox Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Knox Co. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Knox Co. Elem. is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Knox Co. Elem. rank in MO?

Knox Co. Elem. ranks #789 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Knox Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Knox Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Knox Co. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Knox Co. Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Knox Co. Elem. a charter school?

No, Knox Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Knox Co. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Knox Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knox Co. Elem.?

65.0% of students at Knox Co. 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

KNOX CO. R-I
District Enrollment
460
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,000
District Rank
#2 of 2

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