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#599 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 27% in state

Mcbride Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

5005 S FARM RD 135, Springfield, MO 65810

Enrollment

385

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#599 of 2,221

In Springfield

#20 of 58

public schools

In district

#18 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mcbride Elem.

7.4/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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7.8/10

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About Mcbride Elem.

Mcbride Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Mcbride Elem. serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcbride Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mcbride Elem. show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Mcbride Elem. — Students at Mcbride Elem. score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
55.6%
ELA
56.1%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Mcbride Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in MO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5005 S FARM RD 135, Springfield, MO 65810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcbride Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFRIES ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield 0.4 mi 7.6
JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 7.8
WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield 1.2 mi 7.0
GRAY ELEM. Springfield 1.2 mi 5.7
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi 5.8
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield 2.6 mi 5.3
ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield 2.8 mi 3.8
CARVER MIDDLE Springfield 2.9 mi 8.3
HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield 2.7 mi 4.7
SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield 3.3 mi 7.0
CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield 2.9 mi 7.4
SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield 3.6 mi 7.0
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield 3.5 mi 7.7
KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield 3.4 mi 7.0
WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield 4.0 mi
COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield 4.1 mi
NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa 4.2 mi 7.3
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield 4.0 mi 7.3
INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield 4.6 mi
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield 4.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,562

Median Home Value

$282,900

Median Rent

$1,109/mo

Population

22,109

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

46.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO 7.4
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.4
BOONE ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.4
CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy, MO 7.4
ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 7.4
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcbride Elem.

What grades does Mcbride Elem. serve?

Mcbride Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Mcbride Elem.?

Mcbride Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcbride Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Mcbride Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mcbride Elem. rank in MO?

Mcbride Elem. ranks #599 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mcbride Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mcbride Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Mcbride Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcbride Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mcbride Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Mcbride Elem. a Title I school?

No, Mcbride Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

26.2% of students at Mcbride 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#18 of 53

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