Very Good
#502 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 23% in state
Macon Co. Elem.
Elementary School · MACON CO. R-IV
PO BOX 70, New Cambria, MO 63558
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#502 of 2,221
In New Cambria
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
MACON CO. R-IV
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Macon Co. Elem.
Elementary School in New Cambria · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Macon Co. Elem.
Macon Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in New Cambria, MO, part of MACON CO. R-IV.
Macon Co. Elem. serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Macon Co.
Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Macon Co. Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Macon 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Macon Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Macon 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
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Macon Co. Elem. — Students at Macon Co. Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
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: 7.9/10.
How Macon Co. Elem. Compares
See how Macon Co. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 70, New Cambria, MO 63558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macon Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATLANTA ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALT DISNEY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Marceline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEVIER ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Bevier), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Cambria, see our New Cambria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MACON CO. HIGH New Cambria | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CALLAO ELEM. Callao | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BUCKLIN ELEM. Bucklin | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BUCKLIN HIGH Bucklin | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BEVIER ELEM. Bevier | 10.0 mi | 8.0 |
| BEVIER HIGH Bevier | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. Marceline | 11.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MARCELINE HIGH Marceline | 11.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MC CARTAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Marceline | 11.6 mi | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Macon | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| TRI-COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Macon | 15.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MACON MIDDLE SCHOOL Macon | 15.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MACON SENIOR HIGH Macon | 15.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MACON ELEMENTARY Macon | 15.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ATLANTA ELEM. Atlanta | 16.7 mi | 9.6 |
| ATLANTA HIGH Atlanta | 16.7 mi | 7.7 |
| WESTRAN MIDDLE Clifton Hill | 23.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Salisbury | 24.0 mi | 6.1 |
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield | 18.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BROOKFIELD HIGH Brookfield | 18.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,861
Median Home Value
$116,700
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
670
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
85.4%
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUDSON ELEM. Appleton City, MO | 7.6 |
| Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove, MO | 7.6 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| HALE ELEM. Hale, MO | 7.8 |
| Davis Elem. Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
| NEWTOWN-HARRIS ELEM. Newtown, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Macon Co. Elem.
What grades does Macon Co. Elem. serve?
Macon Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Macon Co. Elem.?
Macon Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macon Co. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Macon Co. Elem. is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Macon Co. Elem. rank in MO?
Macon Co. Elem. ranks #502 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Macon Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Macon Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Macon Co. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Macon Co. Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Macon Co. Elem. a charter school?
No, Macon Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Macon Co. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Macon Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Macon Co. Elem.?
51.2% of students at Macon 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Macon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (660) 226-5615
Resources & Links
District
MACON CO. R-IV- District Enrollment
- 91
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,463
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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