Below Average
#1974 of 2,221 schools in MO
Mountain Grove Elem.
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN GROVE R-III
PO BOX 806, Mountain Grove, MO 65711
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,974 of 2,221
In Mountain Grove
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
MOUNTAIN GROVE R-III
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Mountain Grove Elem.
Elementary School in Mountain Grove · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain Grove Elem.
Mountain Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Mountain Grove, MO, part of MOUNTAIN GROVE R-III. Mountain Grove Elem. serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,974 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Grove Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mountain Grove Elem. — Students at Mountain Grove Elem. score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 1.9/10.
How Mountain Grove Elem. Compares
See how Mountain Grove 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 806, Mountain Grove, MO 65711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORWOOD ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manes R-V School District (rated 7.6/10, 17.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain Grove, see our Mountain Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN GROVE HIGH Mountain Grove | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE MIDDLE Mountain Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mountain Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SKYVIEW SCHOOL Mountain Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| OZARK REGIONAL JUVENILE DET CT Mountain Grove | 1.5 mi | — |
| CABOOL MIDDLE Cabool | 8.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CABOOL ELEM. Cabool | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CABOOL HIGH Cabool | 8.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NORWOOD ELEM. Norwood | 8.8 mi | 9.1 |
| NORWOOD HIGH Norwood | 8.8 mi | 8.5 |
| GENTRY RESIDENTIAL TREAT. FAC. Cabool | 9.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Norwood | 15.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove | 17.7 mi | 7.6 |
| HARTVILLE ELEM. Hartville | 16.3 mi | 4.0 |
| HARTVILLE HIGH Hartville | 16.3 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs | 18.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs | 18.7 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs | 18.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MANSFIELD JR. HIGH Mansfield | 18.0 mi | 8.9 |
| MANSFIELD HIGH Mansfield | 18.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,154
Median Home Value
$120,600
Median Rent
$686/mo
Population
8,690
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City, MO | 4.2 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin, MO | 4.2 |
| JURY ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.2 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 4.2 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
| B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Grove Elem.
What grades does Mountain Grove Elem. serve?
Mountain Grove Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mountain Grove Elem.?
Mountain Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Grove Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Grove Elem. is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Grove Elem. rank in MO?
Mountain Grove Elem. ranks #1,974 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mountain Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Mountain Grove Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Grove Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain Grove Elem. a charter school?
No, Mountain Grove Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Grove Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mountain Grove Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Grove Elem.?
53.4% of students at Mountain 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wright County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (417) 926-3177
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN GROVE R-III- District Enrollment
- 1,610
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,452
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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