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#318 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 14% in state

Neelyville Elem.

Elementary School · NEELYVILLE R-IV

PO BOX 8, Neelyville, MO 63954

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#318 of 2,221

In Neelyville

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

NEELYVILLE R-IV

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Neelyville Elem.

8.0/10

Elementary School in Neelyville · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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4.2/10

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About Neelyville Elem.

Neelyville Elem. is a public elementary school in Neelyville, MO, part of NEELYVILLE R-IV. Neelyville Elem. serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Neelyville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Neelyville Elem. show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Neelyville 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 Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.3% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,188
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Neelyville Elem. — Students at Neelyville Elem. score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.9% (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
40%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
43.7%
ELA
37.4%
2025
Math
50.3%
ELA
45.4%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Neelyville Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in MO
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

PO BOX 8, Neelyville, MO 63954

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Neelyville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QULIN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Qulin), with a comparable rating. Another option is FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Poplar Bluff), a more accessible option. Additionally, HILLVIEW ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Harviell), a more accessible option. For more schools in Neelyville, see our Neelyville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.5 mi
School Distance Rating
NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville 0.1 mi 7.1
NAYLOR ELEM. Naylor 5.2 mi 4.2
Naylor High School Naylor 5.2 mi 6.2
HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell 7.1 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 11.6 mi 3.3
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff 13.7 mi 4.1
POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff 14.8 mi 4.9
POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff 14.8 mi 3.5
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 14.8 mi 6.9
POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff 14.8 mi 3.7
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 14.8 mi 6.7
POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 15.2 mi 5.7
OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff 15.9 mi 5.1
SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 15.8 mi 4.0
POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff 16.2 mi 3.7
O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff 15.9 mi 5.0
WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff 16.7 mi 4.8
QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin 14.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,554

Median Home Value

$77,600

Median Rent

$525/mo

Population

981

College Educated

6.4%

Homeownership

73.8%

Poverty Rate

29.1%

Median Age

47.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BEVIER ELEM. Bevier, MO 8.0
CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 8.0
HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City, MO 8.0
NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia, MO 8.0
ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran, MO 8.0
ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neelyville Elem.

What grades does Neelyville Elem. serve?

Neelyville Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Neelyville Elem.?

Neelyville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Neelyville Elem. is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Neelyville Elem. rank in MO?

Neelyville Elem. ranks #318 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Neelyville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Neelyville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Neelyville Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Neelyville Elem. has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Neelyville Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Neelyville Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

65.9% of students at Neelyville 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

NEELYVILLE R-IV
District Enrollment
647
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,188
District Rank
#1 of 3

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