Excellent
#124 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 6% in state
Laredo Elem.
Elementary School · LAREDO R-VII
PO BOX C, Laredo, MO 64652
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#124 of 2,221
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Laredo Elem.
Elementary School in Laredo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Laredo Elem.
Laredo Elem. is a public elementary school in Laredo, MO, part of LAREDO R-VII. Laredo Elem. serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Laredo Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Laredo Elem. show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Laredo Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Laredo Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Laredo 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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Laredo Elem. — Students at Laredo Elem. score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.5/10.
How Laredo Elem. Compares
See how Laredo Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX C, Laredo, MO 64652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laredo Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIELD ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Chillicothe), with a comparable rating. Another option is DEWEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Chillicothe), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LINN CO. ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Purdin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Laredo, see our Laredo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GRUNDY CO. HIGH Galt | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Trenton | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Trenton Middle School Trenton | 8.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Trenton High School Trenton | 8.9 mi | 5.6 |
| GRUNDY CO. ELEM. Humphreys | 9.7 mi | 6.5 |
| S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton | 9.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe | 14.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILLICOTHE HIGH Chillicothe | 15.2 mi | 7.4 |
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe | 16.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe | 16.6 mi | 4.9 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe | 16.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CHILLICOTHE MIDDLE Chillicothe | 17.0 mi | 7.6 |
| VERELLE PENISTON SCHOOL Chillicothe | 17.3 mi | — |
| SPICKARD ELEM. Spickard | 16.9 mi | — |
| MEADVILLE ELEM. Meadville | 18.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MEADVILLE HIGH Meadville | 18.1 mi | 8.6 |
| MEADOW VIEW SCHOOL Jamesport | 17.4 mi | — |
| LOCUST CREEK SCHOOL Linneus | 18.6 mi | — |
| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin | 17.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,813
Median Home Value
$165,600
Median Rent
$495/mo
Population
353
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
51.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BONCL Elem. Louisiana, MO | 8.7 |
| COWGILL ELEM. Cowgill, MO | 8.1 |
| HARDEMAN ELEM. Marshall, MO | 8.1 |
| THORNFIELD ELEM. Thornfield, MO | 8.0 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton, MO | 7.9 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laredo Elem.
What grades does Laredo Elem. serve?
Laredo Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Laredo Elem.?
Laredo Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laredo Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Laredo Elem. is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laredo Elem. rank in MO?
Laredo Elem. ranks #124 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Laredo Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Laredo Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Laredo Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laredo Elem. has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laredo Elem. a charter school?
No, Laredo Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laredo Elem. a Title I school?
No, Laredo Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laredo Elem.?
47.8% of students at Laredo 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Grundy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.3%
- Phone
- (660) 286-2225
Resources & Links
District
LAREDO R-VII- District Enrollment
- 46
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,851
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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