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Very Good

#554 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 25% in state

Morgan Co. Elem.

Elementary School · MORGAN CO. R-II

913 W NEWTON, Versailles, MO 65084

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#554 of 2,221

In Versailles

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

MORGAN CO. R-II

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Morgan Co. Elem.

7.5/10

Elementary School in Versailles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Morgan Co. Middle

6.1/10

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Morgan Co. High

8.6/10

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About Morgan Co. Elem.

Morgan Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Versailles, MO, part of MORGAN CO. R-II.

Morgan Co. Elem. serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Morgan Co.

Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Morgan Co. Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Morgan Co. 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 Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,142
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Morgan Co. Elem. — Students at Morgan Co. Elem. score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 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
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
35.9%
ELA
33.4%
2025
Math
36.3%
ELA
38.2%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Morgan Co. Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
75th percentile in MO
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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

913 W NEWTON, Versailles, MO 65084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morgan Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIPTON ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Tipton), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ANDREW SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Tipton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HIGH POINT ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby High Point), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Versailles, see our Versailles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles 0.0 mi 6.1
MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles 0.1 mi 8.6
MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. Stover 7.5 mi 7.0
MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH Stover 7.5 mi 5.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stover 7.5 mi
Little Tigers Learning Center Versailles 10.5 mi
DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles 9.0 mi 3.9
PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham 9.5 mi
HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham 10.3 mi 4.3
LATHAM ELEM. Latham 12.9 mi 6.2
TIPTON HIGH Tipton 15.7 mi 5.4
TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton 15.7 mi 6.1
TIPTON ELEM. Tipton 15.8 mi 7.6
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton 15.8 mi 7.4
HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY Sunrise Beach 17.7 mi 6.8
HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point 15.1 mi 7.3
ELDON MIDDLE Eldon 15.5 mi 7.0
DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon 15.8 mi
ELDON HIGH Eldon 15.8 mi 7.2
SOUTH ELEM. Eldon 16.3 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,263

Median Home Value

$153,000

Median Rent

$568/mo

Population

7,269

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

36.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BUDER ELEM. St. Ann, MO 7.5
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin, MO 7.5
LAWSON ELEM. Florissant, MO 7.5
MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO 7.5
MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood, MO 7.5
MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge, MO 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morgan Co. Elem.

What grades does Morgan Co. Elem. serve?

Morgan Co. Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Morgan Co. Elem.?

Morgan Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morgan Co. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Morgan Co. Elem. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morgan Co. Elem. rank in MO?

Morgan Co. Elem. ranks #554 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Morgan Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Morgan Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Morgan Co. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morgan Co. Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Morgan Co. Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Morgan Co. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Morgan Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

65.7% of students at Morgan 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

District

MORGAN CO. R-II
District Enrollment
1,264
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,142
District Rank
#2 of 3

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