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#1975 of 2,221 schools in MO

Naylor Elem.

Elementary School · NAYLOR R-II

301 E Batten St, Naylor, MO 63953

Enrollment

233

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,975 of 2,221

In Naylor

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

NAYLOR R-II

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Naylor Elem.

4.2/10

Elementary School in Naylor · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Naylor Elem.

Naylor Elem. is a public elementary school in Naylor, MO, part of NAYLOR R-II. Naylor Elem. serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Naylor Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,975 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Naylor Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below MO schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Naylor 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,697
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Naylor Elem. — Students at Naylor Elem. score 35% 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

71.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 32 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
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
46%
2025
Math
33.2%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Naylor Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
11th percentile in MO
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

301 E Batten St, Naylor, MO 63953

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Naylor Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE (rated 8.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Doniphan), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEELYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Neelyville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Poplar Bluff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Naylor, see our Naylor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Naylor High School Naylor 0.0 mi 6.2
NEELYVILLE ELEM. Neelyville 5.2 mi 8.0
NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville 5.3 mi 7.1
HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell 7.4 mi 6.7
CORNING HIGH SCHOOL Corning 10.7 mi 5.7
CORNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Corning 10.7 mi 7.9
PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corning 11.3 mi 3.3
WEST POINT UPC Doniphan 9.4 mi 5.3
DONIPHAN HIGH Doniphan 12.4 mi 6.8
DONIPHAN MIDDLE Doniphan 12.4 mi 7.3
CURRENT RIVER SCHOOL Doniphan 12.5 mi
DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE Doniphan 12.5 mi 8.2
DONIPHAN ELEM. Doniphan 12.5 mi 6.8
POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff 16.4 mi 3.5
POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff 16.4 mi 4.9
OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff 17.2 mi 5.1
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff 16.2 mi 4.1
RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Doniphan 15.0 mi 5.2
POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff 17.4 mi 3.7
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 16.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,500

Median Home Value

$84,900

Median Rent

$616/mo

Population

684

College Educated

7.9%

Homeownership

75%

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

53.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BERMUDA ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO 4.2
CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence, MO 4.2
LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln, MO 4.2
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 4.2
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 4.3
HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Naylor Elem.

What grades does Naylor Elem. serve?

Naylor Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Naylor Elem.?

Naylor Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Naylor Elem. is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Naylor Elem. rank in MO?

Naylor Elem. ranks #1,975 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Naylor Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Naylor 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 Naylor Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Naylor Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Naylor Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Naylor Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

71.2% of students at Naylor 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Ripley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

NAYLOR R-II
District Enrollment
402
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,697
District Rank
#2 of 2

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