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Livingston Co. Elem.

Elementary School · LIVINGSTON CO. R-III

PO BOX 40, Chula, MO 64635

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,405 of 2,221

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Livingston Co. Elem.

5.7/10

Elementary School in Chula · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Laredo Elem.

8.6/10

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Chillicothe Elem

6.3/10

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About Livingston Co. Elem.

Livingston Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Chula, MO, part of LIVINGSTON CO. R-III.

Livingston Co. Elem. serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston Co.

Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,405 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Livingston Co. Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Livingston Co. 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Livingston Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Livingston 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,135
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Livingston Co. Elem. — Students at Livingston Co. Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2011
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2014
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30%

* 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 Livingston Co. Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MO
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Location

PO BOX 40, Chula, MO 64635

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Livingston Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAREDO ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Laredo), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Chillicothe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEWEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Chillicothe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chula, see our Chula schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LAREDO ELEM. Laredo 7.5 mi 8.6
CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe 7.5 mi 6.3
CHILLICOTHE HIGH Chillicothe 7.9 mi 7.4
FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe 9.0 mi 7.6
BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe 9.1 mi 4.9
DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe 9.5 mi 7.6
CHILLICOTHE MIDDLE Chillicothe 9.6 mi 7.6
VERELLE PENISTON SCHOOL Chillicothe 9.8 mi
PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Trenton 9.9 mi 6.9
Trenton High School Trenton 12.8 mi 5.6
Trenton Middle School Trenton 12.8 mi 7.5
S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton 13.1 mi 4.8
MEADVILLE ELEM. Meadville 13.1 mi 4.7
MEADVILLE HIGH Meadville 13.1 mi 8.6
GRUNDY CO. HIGH Galt 15.2 mi 6.0
GRUNDY CO. ELEM. Humphreys 16.6 mi 6.5
MEADOW VIEW SCHOOL Jamesport 15.0 mi
HICKORY HILL SCHOOL Jamesport 16.5 mi
HICKORY HILL Jamesport 16.5 mi
OAK GROVE Jamesport 16.9 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,477

Median Home Value

$126,100

Median Rent

$845/mo

Population

410

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

80.3%

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosebud, MO 5.7
LUTIE ELEM. Theodosia, MO 5.7
RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 5.7
ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston, MO 5.7
THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia, MO 5.7
COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, MO 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Livingston Co. Elem.

What grades does Livingston Co. Elem. serve?

Livingston Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Livingston Co. Elem.?

Livingston Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Livingston Co. Elem. is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Livingston Co. Elem. rank in MO?

Livingston Co. Elem. ranks #1,405 of 2,221 schools in MO.

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

Livingston Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Livingston Co. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Livingston Co. Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Livingston Co. Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Livingston Co. Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

74.5% of students at Livingston 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Livingston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

LIVINGSTON CO. R-III
District Enrollment
47
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,135
District Rank
#1 of 1

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