Excellent
#7 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Northwest Elem.
Elementary School · PETTIS CO. R-V
407 W TUCK, Houstonia, MO 65333
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#7 of 2,221
In district
#1 of 2
PETTIS CO. R-V
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Northwest Elem.
Elementary School in Houstonia · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwest Elem.
Northwest Elem. is a public elementary school in Houstonia, MO, part of PETTIS CO. R-V. Northwest Elem. serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Northwest Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Northwest Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Northwest 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Northwest Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northwest 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
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Northwest Elem. — Students at Northwest Elem. score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Northwest Elem. Compares
See how Northwest Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
407 W TUCK, Houstonia, MO 65333
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Sweet Springs), a more accessible option. Another option is KNOB NOSTER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Knob Noster), a more accessible option. Additionally, HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Sedalia), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houstonia, see our Houstonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs | 5.2 mi | 8.1 |
| SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs | 5.2 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 9.1 mi | 7.8 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 10.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 14.5 mi | — |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 14.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 12.7 mi | 6.3 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 12.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 14.7 mi | 8.6 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 15.2 mi | 7.9 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 13.1 mi | 6.9 |
| KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster | 13.8 mi | 8.1 |
| KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster | 13.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 15.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia | 15.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 15.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65333 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,034
Median Home Value
$116,000
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
674
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
93.6%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
61.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLANTA ELEM. Atlanta, MO | 9.6 |
| KING CITY ELEM. King City, MO | 9.7 |
| MOUND CITY ELEM. Mound City, MO | 9.7 |
| New Franklin Elementary New Franklin, MO | 9.5 |
| NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE Edgerton, MO | 9.4 |
| MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood, MO | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Elem.
What grades does Northwest Elem. serve?
Northwest Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Northwest Elem.?
Northwest Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Elem. is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Elem. rank in MO?
Northwest Elem. ranks #7 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Northwest Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Northwest Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northwest Elem. a charter school?
No, Northwest Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Elem. a Title I school?
No, Northwest Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Elem.?
49.1% of students at Northwest 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pettis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (660) 568-3315
Resources & Links
District
PETTIS CO. R-V- District Enrollment
- 328
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,921
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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