Very Good
#610 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 28% in state
Based on limited data
North Platte Elem.
Elementary School · NORTH PLATTE CO. R-I
300 SCOUT ST, Camden Point, MO 64018
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri elementary schools
#347 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 4
NORTH PLATTE CO. R-I
School environment
8.1 / 10
Very strong
About North Platte Elem.
North Platte Elem is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Camden Point, Missouri. Serving preschool through second grade, North Platte Elem has an enrollment of 106 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1 with nine full-time equivalent teachers. Despite not having specific test score data available, the school's MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 reflects that there is room for academic growth.
North Platte Elem focuses on providing foundational education in a supportive rural setting where students can develop strong social and emotional skills alongside their academics. The community around North Platte Elem offers a close-knit environment, fostering connections between families and the school.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 106 students, North Platte Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, North Platte Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How North Platte Elem. Compares
See how North Platte Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 SCOUT ST, Camden Point, MO 64018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Platte Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maple Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Smithville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMPASS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Platte City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Camden Point, see our Camden Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH PLATTE HIGH Dearborn | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH PLATTE JR. HIGH Dearborn | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CARING HANDS MONTESSORI NORTH Platte City | 6.0 mi | — |
| PLATTE COUNTY HIGH Platte City | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
| DONALD D. SIEGRIST ELEM. Platte City | 6.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PLATTE CITY MIDDLE Platte City | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Platte City | 7.2 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE Edgerton | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Weston | 8.3 mi | 9.5 |
| WEST PLATTE HIGH Weston | 8.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WEST PLATTE MIDDLE Weston | 8.3 mi | 9.0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 10.8 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Smithville | 10.1 mi | 8.3 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kansas City | 11.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MID-BUCHANAN ELEM. Faucett | 12.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MID-BUCHANAN SR. HIGH Faucett | 12.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Smithville High Smithville | 10.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary Smithville | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SMITHVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY II Smithville | 11.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Smithville Middle Smithville | 11.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,403
Median Home Value
$271,000
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
1,104
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
35.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding North Platte Elem. has a median household income of $110,403. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $271,000, with a median rent of $1,173/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Peters, MO | 7.2 |
| AMAZONIA ELEM. Amazonia, MO | 7.2 |
| BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater, MO | 7.2 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Higginsville, MO | 7.2 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Essex, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Platte Elem.
What grades does North Platte Elem. serve?
North Platte Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend North Platte Elem.?
North Platte Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Platte Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at North Platte Elem. is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Platte Elem. rank in MO?
North Platte Elem. is ranked #610 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is North Platte Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
North Platte Elem. has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Platte Elem. a charter school?
No, North Platte Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Platte Elem. a Title I school?
No, North Platte Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Platte Elem.?
29.2% of students at North Platte 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Platte County
- Phone
- (816) 280-3422
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTH PLATTE CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 550
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,368
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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