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Main Street Elem.

Elementary School · TROY R-III

51 N MAIN ST, Troy, MO 63379

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Troy

#5 of 8

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#815 of 1,202

In district

#6 of 11

TROY R-III

About Main Street Elem.

Main Street Elem is a regular public elementary school in Troy, Missouri, located on the edge of an urban area. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, it currently has 399 enrolled students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of about 10.8:1 with 37 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating stands at 4.2 out of 10, placing it in the 24th percentile among Missouri schools.

Academically, Main Street Elem has an average score and proficiency rates of 34% for ELA/Reading and 29% for Math across all grades. With room for academic growth, the school focuses on developing its students' skills and fostering a supportive learning environment. Situated in Troy, the school is part of a close-knit community with a small-town feel near urban amenities.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Main Street Elem. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28%
Reading/ELA Proficiency29%
Overall Proficiency29%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,453

Main Street Elem. — Students at Main Street Elem. score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
29%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Main Street Elem. Compares

See how Main Street Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in MO
Academic
4.1/10
4.1/10
Growth
6.0/10
Above average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers

Location

51 N MAIN ST, Troy, MO 63379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Main Street Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WRIGHT CITY WEST ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Wright City), which scores notably higher. Another option is WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Moscow Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy 0.3 mi 4.6
TROY MIDDLE Troy 0.3 mi 5.9
TROY HOLINESS SCHOOL Troy 1.0 mi 6.3
LINCOLN ELEM. Troy 1.3 mi 7.1
BOONE ELEM. Troy 1.4 mi 6.5
TROY BUCHANAN HIGH Troy 1.4 mi 3.9
LINCOLN CO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Troy 2.0 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-TROY Troy 2.4 mi 4.9
TROY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow Mills 3.9 mi 4.6
WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. Moscow Mills 4.4 mi 7.3
CUIVRE PARK ELEMENTARY Troy 4.0 mi 4.6
CAMP AVERY PARK CAMP Troy 4.5 mi
HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point 8.2 mi 4.8
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wright City 10.8 mi 7.0
WRIGHT CITY HIGH Wright City 10.7 mi 6.7
WRIGHT CITY EAST ELEM Foristell 10.9 mi 7.1
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WRIGHT CITY Wright City 10.8 mi 6.4
WRIGHT CITY WEST ELEM. Wright City 10.8 mi 8.6
WRIGHT CITY MIDDLE Wright City 10.8 mi 6.8
SILEX ELEM. Silex 10.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,844

Median Home Value

$238,500

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

27,409

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

37.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Main Street Elem. has a median household income of $86,844. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $238,500, with a median rent of $976/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 5.5
BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO 5.5
CABOOL ELEM. Cabool, MO 5.5
CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood, MO 5.5
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 5.5
EUGENE ELEM. Eugene, MO 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Main Street Elem.

What grades does Main Street Elem. serve?

Main Street Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Main Street Elem.?

Main Street Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Elem. is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Main Street Elem. rank in MO?

Main Street Elem. is ranked #1575 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Main Street Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Main Street Elem. has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Main Street Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Main Street Elem. has 29.3% math proficiency and 34.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Main Street Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Main Street Elem. a Title I school?

No, Main Street Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street Elem.?

57.6% of students at Main Street 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,135/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Troy). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Lincoln County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

TROY R-III
District Enrollment
6,955
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,811
District Rank
#6 of 11

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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