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#1349 of 2,221 schools in MO
Pleasant Hope Elem.
Elementary School · PLEASANT HOPE R-VI
100 W. Cowden, Pleasant Hope, MO 65725
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,349 of 2,221
In Pleasant Hope
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
PLEASANT HOPE R-VI
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Pleasant Hope Elem.
Elementary School in Pleasant Hope · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Hope Elem.
Pleasant Hope Elem. is a public elementary school in Pleasant Hope, MO, part of PLEASANT HOPE R-VI. Pleasant Hope Elem. serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hope Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,349 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hope Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Pleasant Hope 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.
53% of students at Pleasant Hope Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Hope Elem. — Students at Pleasant Hope Elem. score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 6.8/10.
How Pleasant Hope Elem. Compares
See how Pleasant Hope Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 W. Cowden, Pleasant Hope, MO 65725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Hope Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARION C. EARLY ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BOLIVAR PRIMARY (rated 6.3/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Bolivar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pleasant Hope, see our Pleasant Hope schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEASANT HOPE MIDDLE Pleasant Hope | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| PLEASANT HOPE HIGH Pleasant Hope | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove | 8.7 mi | 5.2 |
| FAIR GROVE HIGH Fair Grove | 8.7 mi | 7.5 |
| FAIR GROVE MIDDLE Fair Grove | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MARION C. EARLY ELEM. Morrisville | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MARION C. EARLY HIGH Morrisville | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| MARION C. EARLY JUNIOR HIGH Morrisville | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HALFWAY ELEM. Halfway | 10.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HALFWAY SECONDARY Halfway | 10.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Springfield | 11.5 mi | 8.8 |
| PLEASANT VIEW MIDDLE Springfield | 11.5 mi | 6.4 |
| TRUMAN ELEM. Springfield | 13.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Exceptional Pupil Coop.-ECSE Bolivar | 12.5 mi | — |
| BOLIVAR PRIMARY Bolivar | 12.8 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CNTR Bolivar | 12.8 mi | 3.8 |
| BOLIVAR HIGH Bolivar | 13.1 mi | 7.1 |
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar | 13.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HILLCREST HIGH Springfield | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| BOLIVAR MIDDLE Bolivar | 12.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,484
Median Home Value
$185,100
Median Rent
$845/mo
Population
2,692
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City, MO | 5.9 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.9 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville, MO | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park, MO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Hope Elem.
What grades does Pleasant Hope Elem. serve?
Pleasant Hope Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Pleasant Hope Elem.?
Pleasant Hope Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hope Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hope Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Hope Elem. rank in MO?
Pleasant Hope Elem. ranks #1,349 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pleasant Hope Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Hope Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pleasant Hope Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hope Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pleasant Hope Elem. a charter school?
No, Pleasant Hope Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Hope Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Hope Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Hope Elem.?
54.1% of students at Pleasant Hope 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.6%
- Phone
- (417) 267-2277
Resources & Links
District
PLEASANT HOPE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 683
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,423
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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