Needs Improvement
#2200 of 2,221 schools in MO
Owensville Elem.
Elementary School · GASCONADE CO. R-II
PO BOX 536, Owensville, MO 65066
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,200 of 2,221
In Owensville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
GASCONADE CO. R-II
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Owensville Elem.
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About Owensville Elem.
Owensville Elem. is a public elementary school in Owensville, MO, part of GASCONADE CO. R-II. Owensville Elem. serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Owensville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,200 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Owensville Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Owensville 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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Owensville Elem. — Students at Owensville Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.2/10.
How Owensville Elem. Compares
See how Owensville 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
PO BOX 536, Owensville, MO 65066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owensville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRING BLUFF ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Sullivan), which scores notably higher. Another option is GERALD ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Gerald), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN CO. ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Owensville, see our Owensville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OWENSVILLE HIGH Owensville | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| OWENSVILLE MIDDLE Owensville | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosebud | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GERALD ELEM. Gerald | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| MARIES CO. MIDDLE Bland | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
| STRAIN-JAPAN ELEM. Sullivan | 12.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SPRING BLUFF ELEM. Sullivan | 14.1 mi | 9.1 |
| BELLE ELEM. Belle | 14.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BELLE HIGH Belle | 14.8 mi | 6.1 |
| FRANKLIN CO. ELEM. New Haven | 17.6 mi | 8.1 |
| BOURBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bourbon | 19.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon | 19.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cuba | 21.5 mi | — |
| BOURBON HIGH SCHOOL Bourbon | 19.8 mi | 7.0 |
| HERMANN HIGH Hermann | 21.9 mi | 7.7 |
| HERMANN MIDDLE Hermann | 22.0 mi | 4.2 |
| CUBA HIGH Cuba | 22.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CUBA MIDDLE Cuba | 22.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba | 22.2 mi | 3.8 |
| SULLIVAN MIDDLE Sullivan | 19.1 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,321
Median Home Value
$160,900
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
6,021
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
47.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown, MO | 3.1 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 3.0 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEM. Dittmer, MO | 3.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield, MO | 3.2 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond, MO | 3.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owensville Elem.
What grades does Owensville Elem. serve?
Owensville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Owensville Elem.?
Owensville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owensville Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Owensville Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owensville Elem. rank in MO?
Owensville Elem. ranks #2,200 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Owensville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Owensville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Owensville Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owensville Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Owensville Elem. a charter school?
No, Owensville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owensville Elem. a Title I school?
No, Owensville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owensville Elem.?
51.9% of students at Owensville 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Gasconade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (573) 646-4039
Resources & Links
District
GASCONADE CO. R-II- District Enrollment
- 1,823
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,268
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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