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#1212 of 2,221 schools in MO
Latham Elem.
Elementary School · MONITEAU CO. R-V
PO BOX 367, Latham, MO 65050
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,212 of 2,221
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Latham Elem.
Elementary School in Latham · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Latham Elem.
Latham Elem. is a public elementary school in Latham, MO, part of MONITEAU CO. R-V. Latham Elem. serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Latham Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,212 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Latham Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Latham 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.
Test scores at Latham Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Latham Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Latham Elem. — Students at Latham Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Latham Elem. Compares
See how Latham Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 367, Latham, MO 65050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Latham Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALIFORNIA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby California), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIPTON ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Tipton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MORGAN CO. ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Versailles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Latham, see our Latham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham | 4.3 mi | — |
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 5.7 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CALIFORNIA HIGH California | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CALIFORNIA MIDDLE California | 7.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California | 7.9 mi | 8.3 |
| TIPTON HIGH Tipton | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TIPTON ELEM. Tipton | 8.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton | 8.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles | 12.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles | 12.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles | 12.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon | 14.4 mi | 7.0 |
| DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon | 15.3 mi | — |
| ELDON HIGH Eldon | 15.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RUSSELLVILLE HIGH Russellville | 12.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ELDON MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Eldon | 15.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,475
Median Home Value
$223,700
Median Rent
$630/mo
Population
796
College Educated
4.9%
Homeownership
90.2%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
21
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA SCHOOL Marthasville, MO | 6.2 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 6.2 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| WINDSOR STREET MONTESSORI SCHL Columbia, MO | 6.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Montgomery City, MO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Latham Elem.
What grades does Latham Elem. serve?
Latham Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Latham Elem.?
Latham Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Latham Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Latham Elem. is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Latham Elem. rank in MO?
Latham Elem. ranks #1,212 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Latham Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Latham Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Latham Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Latham Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Latham Elem. a charter school?
No, Latham Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Latham Elem. a Title I school?
No, Latham Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Latham Elem.?
55.6% of students at Latham 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Moniteau County
- Phone
- (660) 458-6271
Resources & Links
District
MONITEAU CO. R-V- District Enrollment
- 36
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,963
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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