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#916 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 41% in state

Meadow Heights Elem.

Elementary School · MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II

14571 STATE HIGHWAY 72, Patton, MO 63662

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#916 of 2,221

In Patton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Meadow Heights Elem.

6.8/10

Elementary School in Patton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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5.2/10

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About Meadow Heights Elem.

Meadow Heights Elem. is a public elementary school in Patton, MO, part of MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II. Meadow Heights Elem. serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #916 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Meadow Heights Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above MO schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Meadow Heights 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.8% (2024 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,671
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Meadow Heights Elem. — Students at Meadow Heights Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.5% (2024 MAP)

Based on 33 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
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
55.4%
ELA
46.8%
2025
Math
54.1%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Meadow Heights Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in MO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Location

14571 STATE HIGHWAY 72, Patton, MO 63662

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadow Heights Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERRYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Perryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARQUAND ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Marquand), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Perryville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Patton, see our Patton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MEADOW HEIGHTS HIGH Patton 0.0 mi 4.9
MEADOW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Patton 0.0 mi 5.2
MARQUAND ELEM. Marquand 11.8 mi 7.6
MARQUAND-ZION HIGH Marquand 11.8 mi 7.6
WOODLAND ELEM. Marble Hill 14.2 mi 4.8
WOODLAND HIGH Marble Hill 14.2 mi 5.3
WOODLAND MIDDLE Marble Hill 14.2 mi 7.1
MILLERSVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR. Millersville 12.3 mi 6.1
ST VINCENT DE PAUL JR/SR SCHOOLS Perryville 15.5 mi 4.7
PERRY CO. MIDDLE Perryville 15.5 mi 7.5
PERRYVILLE ELEM. Perryville 15.5 mi 8.1
PERRYVILLE SR. HIGH Perryville 15.6 mi 3.5
PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER Perryville 15.5 mi 6.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Perryville 15.7 mi 5.5
OAK RIDGE HIGH Oak Ridge 13.5 mi 6.5
OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge 13.5 mi 4.8
LEOPOLD ELEM. Leopold 18.0 mi 6.2
LEOPOLD HIGH Leopold 18.0 mi 6.7
FREDERICKTOWN INTERMEDIATE Fredericktown 16.5 mi 6.2
KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown 16.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,288

Median Home Value

$107,400

Population

922

College Educated

2.5%

Homeownership

75.7%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

55.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA SCHOOL Ferguson, MO 6.8
CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell, MO 6.8
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield, MO 6.8
Clearview Elementary Union, MO 6.8
HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY Sunrise Beach, MO 6.8
IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadow Heights Elem.

What grades does Meadow Heights Elem. serve?

Meadow Heights Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Meadow Heights Elem.?

Meadow Heights Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadow Heights Elem. rank in MO?

Meadow Heights Elem. ranks #916 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Meadow Heights Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Meadow Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Meadow Heights Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Heights Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Meadow Heights Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Meadow Heights Elem. a Title I school?

No, Meadow Heights Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.5% of students at Meadow Heights 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bollinger County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

MEADOW HEIGHTS R-II
District Enrollment
508
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,671
District Rank
#1 of 3

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