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Very Good

#503 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 23% in state

Nodaway-holt Elem.

Elementary School · NODAWAY-HOLT R-VII

409 HICKORY, Maitland, MO 64466

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#503 of 2,221

In district

#1 of 2

NODAWAY-HOLT R-VII

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Nodaway-holt Elem.

7.6/10

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

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About Nodaway-holt Elem.

Nodaway-holt Elem. is a public elementary school in Maitland, MO, part of NODAWAY-HOLT R-VII. Nodaway-holt Elem. serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Nodaway-holt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #503 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Nodaway-holt Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Nodaway-holt Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Nodaway-holt 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,327
Chronic Absenteeism3.8%

Nodaway-holt Elem. — Students at Nodaway-holt Elem. score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (2025 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 30 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
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
70.5%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Nodaway-holt Elem. Compares

See how Nodaway-holt Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

Location

409 HICKORY, Maitland, MO 64466

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nodaway-holt Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUND CITY ELEM. (rated 9.7/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Mound City), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH HOLT ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Oregon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NWMSU HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maitland, see our Maitland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Nodaway-Holt MS/HS Graham 2.0 mi 5.7
MOUND CITY ELEM. Mound City 9.5 mi 9.7
MOUND CITY HIGH Mound City 9.5 mi 7.1
MOUND CITY MIDDLE Mound City 9.5 mi 7.8
SOUTH HOLT ELEM. Oregon 15.6 mi 8.6
SOUTH HOLT HIGH Oregon 15.6 mi 7.1
MARYVILLE MIDDLE Maryville 13.3 mi 7.6
MARYVILLE HIGH Maryville 13.4 mi 5.1
WEST NODAWAY R-I ELEM. Burlington Jct 16.4 mi 6.5
WEST NODAWAY HIGH Burlington Jct 16.4 mi 8.2
HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL Maryville 14.3 mi 6.7
NWMSU HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL Maryville 14.4 mi 8.0
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville 14.7 mi 5.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maryville 14.7 mi 7.7
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Maryville 14.7 mi 5.3
SOUTH NODAWAY ELEM. Barnard 13.6 mi 6.5
SOUTH NODAWAY HIGH Barnard 13.6 mi 7.9
NORTH ANDREW MIDDLE Rosendale 15.6 mi 5.8
NORTH ANDREW ELEM. Rosendale 15.6 mi 6.5
NORTH ANDREW HIGH Rosendale 15.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,765

Median Home Value

$110,400

Median Rent

$475/mo

Population

576

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

78.8%

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

51.4

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ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear, MO 7.5
KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong, MO 7.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nodaway-holt Elem.

What grades does Nodaway-holt Elem. serve?

Nodaway-holt Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Nodaway-holt Elem.?

Nodaway-holt Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nodaway-holt Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Nodaway-holt Elem. is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nodaway-holt Elem. rank in MO?

Nodaway-holt Elem. ranks #503 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Nodaway-holt Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Nodaway-holt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Nodaway-holt Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nodaway-holt Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Nodaway-holt Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Nodaway-holt Elem. a Title I school?

No, Nodaway-holt Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nodaway-holt Elem.?

56.6% of students at Nodaway-holt 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Holt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

District

NODAWAY-HOLT R-VII
District Enrollment
196
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,327
District Rank
#1 of 2

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