Very Good
#740 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Middle Grove Elem.
Elementary School · MIDDLE GROVE C-1
11476 RTE M, Madison, MO 65263
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#740 of 2,221
In Madison
#1 of 3
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Middle Grove Elem.
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About Middle Grove Elem.
Middle Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Madison, MO, part of MIDDLE GROVE C-1. Middle Grove Elem. serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Middle Grove Elem. show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Middle Grove 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.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Middle Grove Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Middle Grove 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
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Middle Grove Elem. — Students at Middle Grove Elem. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Middle Grove Elem. Compares
See how Middle Grove Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11476 RTE M, Madison, MO 65263
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHEAST ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Cairo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Moberly), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTH PARK ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Moberly), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MADISON ELEM. Madison | 6.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MADISON HIGH Madison | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GRATZ BROWN ELEM. Moberly | 7.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MARANATHA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Moberly | 7.8 mi | — |
| RENICK ELEM. Renick | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CNTR Moberly | 7.9 mi | 3.8 |
| MOBERLY SR. HIGH Moberly | 8.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MOBERLY MIDDLE Moberly | 8.0 mi | 4.4 |
| STURGEON HIGH Sturgeon | 10.5 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH PARK ELEM. Moberly | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| STURGEON MIDDLE Sturgeon | 11.2 mi | 5.3 |
| STURGEON ELEMENTARY Sturgeon | 11.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNNYDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Centralia | 11.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SUNNYDALE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centralia | 11.0 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moberly | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH PARK ELEM. Moberly | 8.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Holliday C-2 School District Holliday | 10.4 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Cairo | 12.0 mi | 9.4 |
| NORTHEAST ELEM. Cairo | 12.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia | 15.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65263 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,981
Median Home Value
$124,000
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
1,479
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City, MO | 6.9 |
| NEWTOWN-HARRIS ELEM. Newtown, MO | 7.3 |
| BOSWORTH ELEM. Bosworth, MO | 6.7 |
| NORTH DAVIESS ELEM. Jameson, MO | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR Jackson, MO | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Grove Elem.
What grades does Middle Grove Elem. serve?
Middle Grove Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Middle Grove Elem.?
Middle Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Grove Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle Grove Elem. is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle Grove Elem. rank in MO?
Middle Grove Elem. ranks #740 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Middle Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Middle Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Middle Grove Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Grove Elem. has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Middle Grove Elem. a charter school?
No, Middle Grove Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Grove Elem. a Title I school?
No, Middle Grove Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Grove Elem.?
34.4% of students at Middle Grove 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (660) 291-8583
Resources & Links
District
MIDDLE GROVE C-1- District Enrollment
- 32
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,258
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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