Average
#1023 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 46% in state
Lucy Wortham James Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JAMES R-I
314 S JEFFERSON, St. James, MO 65559
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,023 of 2,221
In St. James
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
ST. JAMES R-I
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Lucy Wortham James Elem.
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About Lucy Wortham James Elem.
Lucy Wortham James Elem. is a public elementary school in St. James, MO, part of ST. JAMES R-I.
Lucy Wortham James Elem. serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucy Wortham James Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,023 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Lucy Wortham James Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Lucy Wortham James 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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Lucy Wortham James Elem. — Students at Lucy Wortham James Elem. score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 5.4/10.
How Lucy Wortham James Elem. Compares
See how Lucy Wortham James 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
314 S JEFFERSON, St. James, MO 65559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucy Wortham James Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Rolla), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STEELVILLE ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Steelville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Rolla), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. James, see our St. James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST. JAMES HIGH St. James | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST. JAMES MIDDLE St. James | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla | 8.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla | 8.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 8.7 mi | — |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla | 8.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla | 8.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla | 9.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla | 9.8 mi | 3.8 |
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla | 9.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CUBA HIGH Cuba | 11.9 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cuba | 12.1 mi | — |
| CUBA MIDDLE Cuba | 12.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba | 12.1 mi | 3.8 |
| STEELVILLE MIDDLE Steelville | 13.6 mi | 6.5 |
| STEELVILLE ELEM. Steelville | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 19.3 mi | 6.5 |
| STEELVILLE HIGH Steelville | 16.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,641
Median Home Value
$194,600
Median Rent
$834/mo
Population
9,390
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla, MO | 6.6 |
| EUREKA ELEM. Eureka, MO | 6.6 |
| SENECA ELEM. Seneca, MO | 6.6 |
| FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth, MO | 6.5 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 6.5 |
| MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucy Wortham James Elem.
What grades does Lucy Wortham James Elem. serve?
Lucy Wortham James Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lucy Wortham James Elem.?
Lucy Wortham James Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Wortham James Elem. is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucy Wortham James Elem. rank in MO?
Lucy Wortham James Elem. ranks #1,023 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lucy Wortham James Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lucy Wortham James Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lucy Wortham James Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucy Wortham James Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lucy Wortham James Elem. a charter school?
No, Lucy Wortham James Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucy Wortham James Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lucy Wortham James Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucy Wortham James Elem.?
56.6% of students at Lucy Wortham James 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 705
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Phelps County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (573) 265-2300
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District
ST. JAMES R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,584
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,575
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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