Below Average
#1795 of 2,221 schools in MO
Plato Elem.
Elementary School · PLATO R-V
PO BOX A, Plato, MO 65552
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,795 of 2,221
In Plato
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
PLATO R-V
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Plato Elem.
Elementary School in Plato · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Plato Elem.
Plato Elem. is a public elementary school in Plato, MO, part of PLATO R-V. Plato Elem. serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Plato Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,795 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Plato Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Plato 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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Plato Elem. — Students at Plato Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 3.7/10.
How Plato Elem. Compares
See how Plato Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX A, Plato, MO 65552
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plato Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOOD ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Another option is THAYER ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSTON ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plato, see our Plato schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLATO HIGH Plato | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SUCCESS ELEM. Success | 9.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Manes R-V School District Mountain Grove | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon | 14.2 mi | 8.1 |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 18.3 mi | 8.9 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 18.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 18.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 18.6 mi | 2.5 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 18.8 mi | 9.3 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 19.7 mi | 3.3 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 19.9 mi | 8.0 |
| EXCEPTIONAL CHILD COOP. Houston | 18.5 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 21.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 21.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 21.5 mi | 8.2 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 21.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 21.8 mi | — |
| HOUSTON HIGH Houston | 18.8 mi | 6.7 |
| HOUSTON ELEM. Houston | 18.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston | 18.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,226
Median Home Value
$182,300
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
2,259
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
87.8%
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
31.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. D. STOWELL ELEM. Hannibal, MO | 4.8 |
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence, MO | 4.8 |
| MOUNT VERNON INTERMEDIATE Mount Vernon, MO | 4.8 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plato Elem.
What grades does Plato Elem. serve?
Plato Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Plato Elem.?
Plato Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plato Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Plato Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plato Elem. rank in MO?
Plato Elem. ranks #1,795 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Plato Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Plato Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Plato Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plato Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Plato Elem. a charter school?
No, Plato Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plato Elem. a Title I school?
No, Plato Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plato Elem.?
47.5% of students at Plato 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Texas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (417) 458-4700
Resources & Links
District
PLATO R-V- District Enrollment
- 566
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,002
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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