Excellent
#184 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 8% in state
Phelps Co. Elem.
Elementary School · PHELPS CO. R-III
17790 STATE ROUTE M, Edgar Springs, MO 65462
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#184 of 2,221
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Phelps Co. Elem.
Elementary School in Edgar Springs · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Phelps Co. Elem.
Phelps Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Edgar Springs, MO, part of PHELPS CO. R-III.
Phelps Co. Elem. serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Phelps Co.
Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Phelps Co. Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Phelps Co. 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.
Phelps Co. 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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Phelps Co. Elem. — Students at Phelps Co. Elem. score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
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: 7.8/10.
How Phelps Co. Elem. Compares
See how Phelps Co. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17790 STATE ROUTE M, Edgar Springs, MO 65462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phelps Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOOD ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THAYER ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PARTRIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Edgar Springs, see our Edgar Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg | 13.7 mi | 5.7 |
| NEWBURG HIGH Newburg | 13.7 mi | 5.5 |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 11.4 mi | 8.9 |
| LICKING ELEM. Licking | 16.1 mi | 5.2 |
| LICKING HIGH Licking | 16.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem | 13.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 13.2 mi | 9.3 |
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 13.4 mi | 3.3 |
| B W ROBINSON SCHOOL Rolla | 16.0 mi | 3.8 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 13.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ROLLA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Rolla | 16.6 mi | — |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 14.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rolla | 17.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 14.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla | 17.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla | 17.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ROLLA JR. HIGH Rolla | 17.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ROLLA MIDDLE Rolla | 17.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla | 17.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,400
Median Home Value
$117,700
Median Rent
$664/mo
Population
1,295
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
94.6%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
48.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Augusta Elementary Augusta, MO | 8.4 |
| JONESBURG ELEM. Jonesburg, MO | 8.4 |
| OAKWOOD MANOR ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO | 8.4 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 8.5 |
| DORA ELEM. Dora, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phelps Co. Elem.
What grades does Phelps Co. Elem. serve?
Phelps Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Phelps Co. Elem.?
Phelps Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phelps Co. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Phelps Co. Elem. is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phelps Co. Elem. rank in MO?
Phelps Co. Elem. ranks #184 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Phelps Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Phelps Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Phelps Co. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phelps Co. Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phelps Co. Elem. a charter school?
No, Phelps Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phelps Co. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Phelps Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phelps Co. Elem.?
63.2% of students at Phelps Co. 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
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Phelps County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (573) 435-6293
Resources & Links
District
PHELPS CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 174
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,726
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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