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#1712 of 2,221 schools in MO
O'neal Elem.
Elementary School · POPLAR BLUFF R-I
2300 BAUGH LANE, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,712 of 2,221
In Poplar Bluff
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
POPLAR BLUFF R-I
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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O'neal Elem.
Elementary School in Poplar Bluff · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About O'neal Elem.
O'neal Elem. is a public elementary school in Poplar Bluff, MO, part of POPLAR BLUFF R-I. O'neal Elem. serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. O'neal Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for O'neal Elem. show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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O'neal Elem. — Students at O'neal Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 1.9/10.
How O'neal Elem. Compares
See how O'neal Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2300 BAUGH LANE, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'neal Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEELYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Neelyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff | 7.3 mi | — |
| W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. Poplar Bluff | 7.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell | 10.4 mi | 6.7 |
| TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley | 12.1 mi | 6.8 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. Williamsville | 15.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville | 16.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NEELYVILLE ELEM. Neelyville | 15.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,979
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
34,920
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEL-NOR St. Louis, MO | 5.0 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 5.0 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.0 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.0 |
| GREENVILLE ELEM. Greenville, MO | 5.0 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney, MO | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'neal Elem.
What grades does O'neal Elem. serve?
O'neal Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend O'neal Elem.?
O'neal Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'neal Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at O'neal Elem. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'neal Elem. rank in MO?
O'neal Elem. ranks #1,712 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is O'neal Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
O'neal Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 O'neal Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'neal Elem. has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is O'neal Elem. a charter school?
No, O'neal Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'neal Elem. a Title I school?
No, O'neal Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'neal Elem.?
100.0% of students at O'neal 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
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (573) 785-3037
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District
POPLAR BLUFF R-I- District Enrollment
- 5,074
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,411
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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