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Ozark Horizon School
School · MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED
1715 WAYHAVEN DR, West Plains, MO 65775
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Ozark Horizon School
Ozark Horizon School is a public school in West Plains, MO, part of the MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,854, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Ozark Horizon School 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Ozark Horizon School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 1715 WAYHAVEN DR, West Plains, MO 65775
- Phone
- (417) 256-2880
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
1715 WAYHAVEN DR, West Plains, MO 65775
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ozark Horizon School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain View). Another option is SOUTH FORK ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 10.5 miles away). Additionally, KOSHKONONG ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Koshkonong). For more schools in West Plains, see our West Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHARDS ELEM. West Plains | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST PLAINS SR. HIGH West Plains | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. West Plains | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
| JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH FORK ELEM. West Plains | 10.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs | 17.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs | 17.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs | 17.0 mi | 8.1 |
| KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong | 16.9 mi | 8.5 |
| KOSHKONONG HIGH Koshkonong | 16.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View | 18.9 mi | 8.8 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View | 20.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View | 20.6 mi | 6.5 |
| DORA ELEM. Dora | 18.9 mi | 7.5 |
| DORA HIGH Dora | 18.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BAKERSFIELD ELEM. Bakersfield | 22.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65775 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,854
Median Home Value
$177,700
Median Rent
$776/mo
Population
24,950
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
39.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ozark Horizon School has a median household income of $48,854. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $177,700, with a median rent of $776/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester, MO | — |
| ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | — |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton, MO | — |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Harrisonville, MO | — |
| Boonslick St. Peters, MO | — |
| CEDAR RIDGE SCHOOL Nevada, MO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ozark Horizon School
What grades does Ozark Horizon School serve?
Ozark Horizon School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ozark Horizon School?
Ozark Horizon School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ozark Horizon School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ozark Horizon School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Ozark Horizon School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ozark Horizon School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ozark Horizon School a charter school?
No, Ozark Horizon School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ozark Horizon School a Title I school?
No, Ozark Horizon School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ozark Horizon School?
65.0% of students at Ozark Horizon School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,183/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (West Plains). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Howell County
- Phone
- (417) 256-2880
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED- District Enrollment
- 692
- Schools in District
- 35
Other Schools in This District
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