Below Average
#1886 of 2,221 schools in MO
Lake Road Elem.
Elementary School · POPLAR BLUFF R-I
986 HWY AA, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,886 of 2,221
In Poplar Bluff
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
POPLAR BLUFF R-I
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lake Road Elem.
Elementary School in Poplar Bluff · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Road Elem.
Lake Road Elem. is a public elementary school in Poplar Bluff, MO, part of POPLAR BLUFF R-I. Lake Road Elem. serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Road Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,886 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Road Elem. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Lake Road 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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Lake Road Elem. — Students at Lake Road Elem. score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
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: 1.6/10.
How Lake Road Elem. Compares
See how Lake Road 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
986 HWY AA, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Road Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QULIN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Qulin), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 4.5 mi | 4.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 4.8 mi | 4.0 |
| POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff | 5.9 mi | 4.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff | 5.9 mi | 3.5 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff | 6.6 mi | 3.7 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 6.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff | 11.2 mi | — |
| W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. Poplar Bluff | 11.3 mi | 6.3 |
| QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin | 13.6 mi | 7.0 |
| QULIN MIDDLE Qulin | 13.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell | 13.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PUXICO HIGH Puxico | 15.6 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,979
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
34,920
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEM. Pierce City, MO | 4.5 |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis, MO | 4.5 |
| IVELAND ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.5 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.5 |
| MONROE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Road Elem.
What grades does Lake Road Elem. serve?
Lake Road Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Lake Road Elem.?
Lake Road Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Road Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Road Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Road Elem. rank in MO?
Lake Road Elem. ranks #1,886 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lake Road Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Road Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Lake Road Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Road Elem. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lake Road Elem. a charter school?
No, Lake Road Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Road Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lake Road Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Road Elem.?
99.7% of students at Lake Road 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
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (573) 785-4392
Resources & Links
District
POPLAR BLUFF R-I- District Enrollment
- 5,074
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,411
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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