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#289 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 13% in state

Perryville Elem.

Elementary School · PERRY CO. 32

326 COLLEGE ST, Perryville, MO 63775

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#289 of 2,221

In Perryville

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

PERRY CO. 32

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Perryville Elem.

8.1/10

Elementary School in Perryville · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Perryville Primary Center

6.8/10

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Perryville Sr. High

3.5/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Perryville Elem.

Perryville Elem. is a public elementary school in Perryville, MO, part of PERRY CO. 32. Perryville Elem. serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Perryville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Perryville Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,203
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Perryville Elem. — Students at Perryville Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
34.7%
ELA
32.8%
2025
Math
40.7%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Perryville Elem. Compares

See how Perryville Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in MO
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

326 COLLEGE ST, Perryville, MO 63775

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perryville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTENBURG ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Altenburg), with a comparable rating. Another option is PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MEADOW HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Patton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Perryville, see our Perryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PERRYVILLE PRIMARY CENTER Perryville 0.1 mi 6.8
PERRYVILLE SR. HIGH Perryville 0.3 mi 3.5
PERRY CO. MIDDLE Perryville 0.3 mi 7.5
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Perryville 0.7 mi 5.5
ST VINCENT DE PAUL JR/SR SCHOOLS Perryville 1.1 mi 4.7
Chester Elem School Chester 13.2 mi 6.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL Chester 13.6 mi 5.3
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chester 13.8 mi 5.1
Chester High School Chester 14.2 mi 4.2
MEADOW HEIGHTS HIGH Patton 15.5 mi 4.9
MEADOW HEIGHTS ELEM. Patton 15.5 mi 6.8
MEADOW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Patton 15.5 mi 5.2
UNITED IN CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Frohna 13.9 mi 4.2
OAK RIDGE HIGH Oak Ridge 16.3 mi 6.5
OAK RIDGE ELEM. Oak Ridge 16.3 mi 4.8
ALTENBURG ELEM. Altenburg 15.7 mi 7.7
MILLERSVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR. Millersville 20.2 mi 6.1
VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve 20.9 mi 6.4
STE. GENEVIEVE MIDDLE Ste Genevieve 21.2 mi 8.2
STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. Ste Genevieve 21.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63775 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,492

Median Home Value

$192,100

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

15,993

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

41.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.1
COMPASS ELEMENTARY Platte City, MO 8.1
DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 8.1
GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 8.1
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO 8.1
HIGH RIDGE ELEM. High Ridge, MO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perryville Elem.

What grades does Perryville Elem. serve?

Perryville Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Perryville Elem.?

Perryville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Perryville Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Perryville Elem. is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perryville Elem. rank in MO?

Perryville Elem. ranks #289 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Perryville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Perryville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Perryville Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perryville Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Perryville Elem. a charter school?

No, Perryville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Perryville Elem. a Title I school?

No, Perryville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perryville Elem.?

58.9% of students at Perryville 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Perry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

PERRY CO. 32
District Enrollment
2,077
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,203
District Rank
#1 of 4

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