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Very Good

#835 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 38% in state

Morgan Co. R-i Elem.

Elementary School · MORGAN CO. R-I

701 N OAK ST, Stover, MO 65078

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#835 of 2,221

In Stover

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

MORGAN CO. R-I

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Morgan Co. R-i Elem.

7.0/10

Elementary School in Stover · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Morgan Co. R-i Elem.

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. is a public elementary school in Stover, MO, part of MORGAN CO. R-I.

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Morgan Co.

R-i Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #835 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Morgan Co. R-i Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Morgan Co. R-i 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,811
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. — Students at Morgan Co. R-i Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
37.4%
ELA
41.8%
2025
Math
37.8%
ELA
42.9%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Morgan Co. R-i Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

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

701 N OAK ST, Stover, MO 65078

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morgan Co. R-i Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLE CAMP ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Cole Camp), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORGAN CO. ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Versailles), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Tipton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stover, see our Stover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH Stover 0.0 mi 5.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stover 0.4 mi
MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles 7.4 mi 8.6
MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles 7.5 mi 7.5
MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles 7.5 mi 6.1
LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Cole Camp 11.3 mi 6.5
COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp 11.8 mi 8.6
COLE CAMP HIGH Cole Camp 11.8 mi 8.2
Little Tigers Learning Center Versailles 14.6 mi
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 16.9 mi 7.3
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 16.9 mi 7.0
OTTERVILLE ELEM. Otterville 17.8 mi 4.3
OTTERVILLE HIGH Otterville 17.8 mi 5.7
APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia 19.1 mi 6.5
HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham 16.1 mi 4.3
PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham 16.1 mi
DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles 16.0 mi 3.9
TIPTON HIGH Tipton 18.3 mi 5.4
TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton 18.3 mi 6.1
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton 18.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,766

Median Home Value

$115,900

Median Rent

$754/mo

Population

3,716

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.2%

Median Age

47

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morgan Co. R-i Elem.

What grades does Morgan Co. R-i Elem. serve?

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Morgan Co. R-i Elem.?

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Morgan Co. R-i Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morgan Co. R-i Elem. rank in MO?

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. ranks #835 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Morgan Co. R-i Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Morgan Co. R-i Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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. R-i Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morgan Co. R-i Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Morgan Co. R-i Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Morgan Co. R-i Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

99.8% of students at Morgan Co. R-i 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

MORGAN CO. R-I
District Enrollment
865
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,811
District Rank
#1 of 2

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