Excellent
#215 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 10% in state
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.
Elementary School · PEMISCOT CO. R-III
1727 COUNTY HWY 536, Caruthersville, MO 63830
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#215 of 2,221
In Caruthersville
#1 of 4
public schools
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.
Elementary School in Caruthersville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. is a public elementary school in Caruthersville, MO, part of PEMISCOT CO. R-III.
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Pemiscot Co.
R-iii Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Pemiscot Co. R-iii 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.
Pemiscot Co. R-iii 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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Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. — Students at Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 7.3/10.
How Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. Compares
See how Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1727 COUNTY HWY 536, Caruthersville, MO 63830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Armorel), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Finley Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Finley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DELTA C-7 ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Deering), a more accessible option. For more schools in Caruthersville, see our Caruthersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARUTHERSVILLE HIGH Caruthersville | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE MIDDLE Caruthersville | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville | 5.2 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Steele | 7.2 mi | 4.9 |
| HAYTI HIGH Hayti | 8.7 mi | 5.4 |
| COOTER ELEM. Cooter | 7.8 mi | 4.2 |
| COOTER HIGH Cooter | 7.8 mi | 5.6 |
| MATHIS ELEMENTARY Hayti | 8.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH PEMISCOT HIGH Steele | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering | 11.5 mi | 6.2 |
| DELTA C-7 HIGH Deering | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ARMOREL HIGH SCHOOL Armorel | 15.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Armorel | 15.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Finley Elementary Finley | 13.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 17.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 17.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lara Kendall Elementary Ridgely | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BLYTHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blytheville | 16.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Three Oaks Middle School Dyersburg | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,576
Median Home Value
$136,300
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
6,315
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DORA ELEM. Dora, MO | 8.3 |
| FAIR PLAY ELEM. Fair Play, MO | 8.3 |
| HERMITAGE ELEM. Hermitage, MO | 8.3 |
| TRI-COUNTY ELEM. Jamesport, MO | 8.3 |
| WORTH CO. ELEMENTARY Grant City, MO | 8.3 |
| Augusta Elementary Augusta, MO | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.
What grades does Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. serve?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. rank in MO?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. ranks #215 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. a charter school?
No, Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elem.?
97.9% of students at Pemiscot Co. R-iii 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pemiscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (573) 333-1856
Resources & Links
District
PEMISCOT CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 143
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,320
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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