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#367 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 17% in state

Mcgregor Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

1221 W MADISON, Springfield, MO 65806

Enrollment

279

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#367 of 2,221

In Springfield

#10 of 58

public schools

In district

#9 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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About Mcgregor Elem.

Mcgregor Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Mcgregor Elem. serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcgregor Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mcgregor Elem. show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Mcgregor Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Mcgregor Elem. — Students at Mcgregor Elem. score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.1% (2025 MAP)

Based on 31 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
27%
ELA
17%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
22%
2025
Math
30.1%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Mcgregor Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in MO
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
29 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

1221 W MADISON, Springfield, MO 65806

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcgregor Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YORK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUNSHINE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield 0.6 mi 5.2
EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield 0.8 mi
LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield 0.8 mi 6.4
U.SCHOOL Springfield 0.9 mi
PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield 1.0 mi 6.5
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 1.0 mi 5.9
DATEMA HOUSE Springfield 1.0 mi
MOCA-S Springfield 1.0 mi 3.4
JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield 1.0 mi 7.4
INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield 1.2 mi
Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Springfield 1.2 mi
YORK ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 8.1
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield 1.5 mi 7.4
PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield 1.6 mi 5.3
SUNSHINE ELEM. Springfield 1.6 mi 7.7
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield 1.6 mi 8.5
WEAVER ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 7.1
GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi 6.0
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield 2.0 mi 7.3
BOYD ELEM. Springfield 2.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$28,450

Median Home Value

$85,700

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

14,049

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

12.4%

Poverty Rate

44.7%

Median Age

25.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia, MO 7.9
LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston, MO 7.9
SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 7.9
ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia, MO 7.9
HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin, MO 8.0
HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City, MO 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcgregor Elem.

What grades does Mcgregor Elem. serve?

Mcgregor Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mcgregor Elem.?

Mcgregor Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mcgregor Elem. is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mcgregor Elem. rank in MO?

Mcgregor Elem. ranks #367 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mcgregor Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mcgregor Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Mcgregor Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcgregor Elem. has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mcgregor Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Mcgregor Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

89.6% of students at Mcgregor 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

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

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