Average
#1398 of 2,221 schools in MO
Miller Co. Elem.
Elementary School · MILLER CO. R-III
PO BOX 1, Tuscumbia, MO 65082
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,398 of 2,221
In Tuscumbia
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MILLER CO. R-III
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Miller Co. Elem.
Elementary School in Tuscumbia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Miller Co. Elem.
Miller Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Tuscumbia, MO, part of MILLER CO. R-III.
Miller Co. Elem. serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller Co.
Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,398 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Miller Co. Elem. show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, Miller Co. 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 Miller Co. 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Miller Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Miller Co. Elem. — Students at Miller Co. Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46%
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: 6.0/10.
How Miller Co. Elem. Compares
See how Miller Co. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 1, Tuscumbia, MO 65082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miller Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EUGENE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Eugene), which scores notably higher. Another option is IBERIA ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Iberia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE KING'S ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Ozark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tuscumbia, see our Tuscumbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TUSCUMBIA HIGH Tuscumbia | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SCHOOL Eugene | 7.4 mi | 5.5 |
| EUGENE HIGH Eugene | 9.9 mi | 4.9 |
| EUGENE ELEM. Eugene | 10.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ELDON MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Eldon | 9.7 mi | — |
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon | 9.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Eldon | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OSAGE HIGH Osage Beach | 9.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OSAGE UPPER ELEM. Osage Beach | 9.5 mi | 5.0 |
| OSAGE MIDDLE Osage Beach | 9.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ELDON HIGH Eldon | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon | 10.3 mi | — |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon | 11.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark | 10.1 mi | 6.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lake Ozark | 10.2 mi | 3.7 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Lake Ozark | 10.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST. ELIZABETH ELEM. St. Elizabeth | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST. ELIZABETH HIGH St. Elizabeth | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia | 13.5 mi | 8.6 |
| IBERIA HIGH Iberia | 13.5 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,942
Median Home Value
$163,800
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
1,152
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City, MO | 5.8 |
| LEESVILLE ELEM. Clinton, MO | 5.8 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis, MO | 5.8 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.8 |
| SUCCESS ELEM. Success, MO | 5.8 |
| VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood, MO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miller Co. Elem.
What grades does Miller Co. Elem. serve?
Miller Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Miller Co. Elem.?
Miller Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller Co. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Miller Co. Elem. is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miller Co. Elem. rank in MO?
Miller Co. Elem. ranks #1,398 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Miller Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Miller Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Miller Co. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller Co. Elem. has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Miller Co. Elem. a charter school?
No, Miller Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miller Co. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Miller Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miller Co. Elem.?
46.0% of students at Miller Co. 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Miller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (573) 369-2375
Resources & Links
District
MILLER CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 187
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,939
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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