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#2046 of 2,221 schools in MO

Monett Elem.

Elementary School · MONETT R-I

601 LEARNING LANE, Monett, MO 65708

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

3.9

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,046 of 2,221

In Monett

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

MONETT R-I

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Monett Elem.

3.9/10

Elementary School in Monett · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Monett Elem.

Monett Elem. is a public elementary school in Monett, MO, part of MONETT R-I. Monett Elem. serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Monett Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,046 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Monett Elem. show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.6 pts/yr
Data Period2024–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,631
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Monett Elem. — Students at Monett Elem. score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 4 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2024
Math
35%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
26.6%
ELA
31.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How Monett Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MO
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

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

601 LEARNING LANE, Monett, MO 65708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monett Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PURDY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Purdy), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERONA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Verona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monett Early Childhood Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monett, see our Monett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKVIEW SCHOOL Monett 0.2 mi
ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monett 1.2 mi 6.3
Monett Early Childhood Center Monett 1.3 mi 7.2
MONETT INTERMEDIATE Monett 1.5 mi 6.8
MONETT HIGH Monett 2.0 mi 6.1
MONETT MIDDLE Monett 2.0 mi 8.1
CENTRAL ELEM. Pierce City 3.5 mi 4.5
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Pierce City 3.5 mi 4.9
PIERCE CITY HIGH Pierce City 3.6 mi 6.2
PIERCE CITY MIDDLE Pierce City 3.6 mi 7.1
BEREAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monett 3.7 mi 7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Freistatt 7.1 mi 5.3
PURDY ELEM. Purdy 7.6 mi 7.8
PURDY HIGH Purdy 7.6 mi 6.6
Purdy Early Learning Center Purdy 7.6 mi
VERONA ELEM. Verona 8.6 mi 7.4
VERONA HIGH Verona 8.6 mi 5.9
WHEATON ELEM. Wheaton 12.6 mi 4.5
WHEATON HIGH Wheaton 12.6 mi 6.0
PATE EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Aurora 11.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,267

Median Home Value

$170,600

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

12,690

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

37.3

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EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico, MO 3.9
FOX ELEM. Arnold, MO 3.9
HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 3.9
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monett Elem.

What grades does Monett Elem. serve?

Monett Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend Monett Elem.?

Monett Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Monett Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monett Elem. rank in MO?

Monett Elem. ranks #2,046 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Monett Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Monett Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Monett Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monett Elem. has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

Is Monett Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Monett Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

70.6% of students at Monett 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Barry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

MONETT R-I
District Enrollment
2,323
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,631
District Rank
#5 of 5

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