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Very Good

#730 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 33% in state

North Elem.

Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY

285 S SUMMIT, Holts Summit, MO 65043

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#730 of 2,221

In Holts Summit

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#9 of 16

JEFFERSON CITY

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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North Elem.

7.1/10

Elementary School in Holts Summit · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Callaway Hills Elem.

8.6/10

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3.2/10

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About North Elem.

North Elem. is a public elementary school in Holts Summit, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. North Elem. serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #730 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for North Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,522
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

North Elem. — Students at North Elem. score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
47%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
39.6%
2025
Math
38%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How North Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in MO
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

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

285 S SUMMIT, Holts Summit, MO 65043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holts Summit, see our Holts Summit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. Holts Summit 2.0 mi 8.6
NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield 5.3 mi 3.2
NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield 5.4 mi 6.5
H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City 5.8 mi
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City 5.7 mi 6.3
EAST ELEM. Jefferson City 6.2 mi 6.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.2 mi 7.8
LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City 6.5 mi 5.3
SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City 6.0 mi 5.4
MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.6 mi
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City 6.6 mi 8.5
WEST ELEM. Jefferson City 6.1 mi 6.4
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City 6.7 mi 6.8
SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City 6.6 mi 8.8
BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City 6.0 mi 8.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.8 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.3 mi 6.0
HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.9 mi 5.3
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City 7.3 mi 4.2
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City 7.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,013

Median Home Value

$209,600

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

9,994

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO 7.1
CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO 7.1
COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO 7.1
DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO 7.1
HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO 7.1
LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Elem.

What grades does North Elem. serve?

North Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend North Elem.?

North Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North 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 North Elem. rank in MO?

North Elem. ranks #730 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is North Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

North Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 North Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Elem. a charter school?

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

Is North Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

50.8% of students at North 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Callaway County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

District

JEFFERSON CITY
District Enrollment
8,560
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,522
District Rank
#9 of 16

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