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#1619 of 2,221 schools in MO
Licking Elem.
Elementary School · LICKING R-VIII
135 COLLEGE AVENUE, Licking, MO 65542
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,619 of 2,221
In Licking
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
LICKING R-VIII
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Licking Elem.
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About Licking Elem.
Licking Elem. is a public elementary school in Licking, MO, part of LICKING R-VIII. Licking Elem. serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Licking Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,619 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Licking Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Licking 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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Licking Elem. — Students at Licking Elem. score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.9/10.
How Licking Elem. Compares
See how Licking Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 COLLEGE AVENUE, Licking, MO 65542
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Licking Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THAYER ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Another option is PHELPS CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Edgar Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSTON ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Licking, see our Licking schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville | 10.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston | 12.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HOUSTON HIGH Houston | 12.7 mi | 6.7 |
| EXCEPTIONAL CHILD COOP. Houston | 12.6 mi | — |
| HOUSTON ELEM. Houston | 12.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 16.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem | 13.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SUCCESS ELEM. Success | 13.2 mi | 5.8 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 19.2 mi | 6.5 |
| I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem | 19.5 mi | — |
| OAK HILL ELEM. Salem | 19.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Salem | 19.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SALEM SR. HIGH Salem | 19.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 22.2 mi | 8.9 |
| WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem | 20.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem | 20.5 mi | 3.3 |
| PLATO ELEM. Plato | 19.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PLATO HIGH Plato | 19.9 mi | 6.7 |
| OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem | 20.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,900
Median Home Value
$114,200
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
6,921
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 5.2 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO | 5.2 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO | 5.2 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Licking Elem.
What grades does Licking Elem. serve?
Licking Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Licking Elem.?
Licking Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Licking Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Licking 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 Licking Elem. rank in MO?
Licking Elem. ranks #1,619 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Licking Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Licking Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Licking Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Licking Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Licking Elem. a charter school?
No, Licking Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Licking Elem. a Title I school?
No, Licking Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Licking Elem.?
100.0% of students at Licking 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Texas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (573) 674-3211
Resources & Links
District
LICKING R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 809
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,616
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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