Excellent
#37 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 2% in state
Norwood Elem.
Elementary School · NORWOOD R-I
675 N HAWK AVE, Norwood, MO 65717
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#37 of 2,221
In Norwood
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
NORWOOD R-I
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Norwood Elem.
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About Norwood Elem.
Norwood Elem. is a public elementary school in Norwood, MO, part of NORWOOD R-I. Norwood Elem. serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Norwood 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Norwood Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Norwood 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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Norwood Elem. — Students at Norwood Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 8.7/10.
How Norwood Elem. Compares
See how Norwood Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
675 N HAWK AVE, Norwood, MO 65717
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manes R-V School District (rated 7.6/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Mountain Grove), a more accessible option. Another option is WILDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), a more accessible option. Additionally, SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 10.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORWOOD HIGH Norwood | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| OZARK REGIONAL JUVENILE DET CT Mountain Grove | 7.4 mi | — |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Norwood | 10.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SKYVIEW SCHOOL Mountain Grove | 8.2 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE HIGH Mountain Grove | 8.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE ELEM. Mountain Grove | 8.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE MIDDLE Mountain Grove | 9.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MOUNTAIN GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mountain Grove | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MANSFIELD JR. HIGH Mansfield | 9.2 mi | 8.9 |
| MANSFIELD HIGH Mansfield | 9.2 mi | 8.7 |
| WILDER ELEM. Mansfield | 9.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HARTVILLE ELEM. Hartville | 11.0 mi | 4.0 |
| HARTVILLE HIGH Hartville | 11.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WHITE DOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grovespring | 15.8 mi | — |
| MT ZION BIBLE SCHOOL Ava | 15.1 mi | — |
| Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove | 18.6 mi | 7.6 |
| AVA ELEM. Ava | 17.0 mi | 3.6 |
| AVA HIGH Ava | 17.1 mi | 7.3 |
| AVA MIDDLE Ava | 17.2 mi | 5.3 |
| OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour | 16.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,713
Median Home Value
$162,800
Median Rent
$584/mo
Population
2,777
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 9.1 |
| PERSHING ELEM. Springfield, MO | 9.1 |
| THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis, MO | 9.1 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick, MO | 9.2 |
| Campbellton Elementary New Haven, MO | 8.9 |
| NORTH MERCER ELEM. Mercer, MO | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norwood Elem.
What grades does Norwood Elem. serve?
Norwood Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Norwood Elem.?
Norwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Elem. is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norwood Elem. rank in MO?
Norwood Elem. ranks #37 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Norwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Norwood Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Norwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Norwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Norwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norwood Elem.?
56.3% of students at Norwood 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
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wright County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (417) 746-4101
Resources & Links
District
NORWOOD R-I- District Enrollment
- 308
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,933
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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