Average
#1427 of 2,221 schools in MO
Peculiar Elem.
Elementary School · RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II
PO BOX 789, Peculiar, MO 64078
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,427 of 2,221
In Peculiar
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Peculiar Elem.
Elementary School in Peculiar · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peculiar Elem.
Peculiar Elem. is a public elementary school in Peculiar, MO, part of RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II. Peculiar Elem. serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peculiar Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,427 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Peculiar Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Peculiar Elem. — Students at Peculiar Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 5.4/10.
How Peculiar Elem. Compares
See how Peculiar 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 789, Peculiar, MO 64078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peculiar Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Belton), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. (rated 6.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Harrisonville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TIMBER CREEK ELEM. (rated 5.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Raymore), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Peculiar, see our Peculiar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHULL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Peculiar | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| RAYMORE-PECULIAR SR. HIGH Peculiar | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| RAYMORE-PECULIAR SOUTH MIDDLE Peculiar | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| RAYMORE ELEM. Raymore | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore | 6.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore | 6.7 mi | — |
| TIMBER CREEK ELEM. Raymore | 6.7 mi | 5.7 |
| RAYMORE-PECULIAR EAST MIDDLE Raymore | 6.7 mi | 5.4 |
| EVERETT WADE JUVENILE CTR. Harrisonville | 6.7 mi | — |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore | 7.7 mi | 4.7 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton | 7.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton | 7.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MIDWAY ELEM. Cleveland | 7.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MIDWAY HIGH Cleveland | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HARRISONVILLE MIDDLE Harrisonville | 7.5 mi | 5.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Harrisonville | 7.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,369
Median Home Value
$283,700
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
9,937
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO | 5.7 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO | 5.7 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO | 5.7 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peculiar Elem.
What grades does Peculiar Elem. serve?
Peculiar Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Peculiar Elem.?
Peculiar Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peculiar Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Peculiar Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peculiar Elem. rank in MO?
Peculiar Elem. ranks #1,427 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Peculiar Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Peculiar Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Peculiar Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peculiar Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Peculiar Elem. a charter school?
No, Peculiar Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peculiar Elem. a Title I school?
No, Peculiar Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peculiar Elem.?
35.6% of students at Peculiar 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (816) 892-1650
Resources & Links
District
RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II- District Enrollment
- 6,314
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,631
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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