Below Average
#1824 of 2,221 schools in MO
Meadville Elem.
Elementary School · MEADVILLE R-IV
PO BOX 217, Meadville, MO 64659
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
28.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
28.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,824 of 2,221
In Meadville
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MEADVILLE R-IV
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Meadville Elem.
Elementary School in Meadville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Meadville Elem.
Meadville Elem. is a public elementary school in Meadville, MO, part of MEADVILLE R-IV. Meadville Elem. serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 28.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,824 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Meadville Elem. show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Meadville 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.
Test scores at Meadville Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Meadville Elem. runs 28.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Meadville Elem. — Students at Meadville Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Meadville Elem. Compares
See how Meadville Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 217, Meadville, MO 64659
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWESTERN ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores notably higher. Another option is TINA-AVALON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Tina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HALE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Hale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meadville, see our Meadville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADVILLE HIGH Meadville | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LOCUST CREEK SCHOOL Linneus | 10.1 mi | — |
| HALE ELEM. Hale | 12.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HALE HIGH Hale | 12.7 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOKFIELD MIDDLE Brookfield | 10.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BROOKFIELD HIGH Brookfield | 10.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield | 10.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula | 13.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe | 13.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe | 13.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe | 13.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILLICOTHE HIGH Chillicothe | 13.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin | 15.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LINN CO. HIGH Purdin | 15.7 mi | 6.9 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| VERELLE PENISTON SCHOOL Chillicothe | 13.8 mi | — |
| CHILLICOTHE MIDDLE Chillicothe | 13.9 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHWESTERN ELEM. Mendon | 16.6 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHWESTERN HIGH Mendon | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. Tina | 16.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64659 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,648
Median Home Value
$131,300
Median Rent
$622/mo
Population
876
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGBEE ELEM. Higbee, MO | 4.7 |
| MADISON ELEM. Madison, MO | 4.7 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 4.8 |
| OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge, MO | 4.8 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City, MO | 4.5 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe, MO | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadville Elem.
What grades does Meadville Elem. serve?
Meadville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Meadville Elem.?
Meadville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadville Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadville Elem. is 28.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadville Elem. rank in MO?
Meadville Elem. ranks #1,824 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Meadville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Meadville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Meadville Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadville Elem. has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Meadville Elem. a charter school?
No, Meadville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadville Elem. a Title I school?
No, Meadville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadville Elem.?
37.4% of students at Meadville 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (660) 938-4112
Resources & Links
District
MEADVILLE R-IV- District Enrollment
- 225
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,921
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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