Below Average
#1755 of 2,221 schools in MO
Based on limited data
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.
Elementary School · POPLAR BLUFF R-I
1200 CAMP ROAD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Poplar Bluff. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,755 of 2,221
In Poplar Bluff
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
POPLAR BLUFF R-I
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Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.
Elementary School in Poplar Bluff · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. is a public elementary school in Poplar Bluff, MO, part of POPLAR BLUFF R-I. Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,755 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. 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.
38% of students at Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. Compares
See how Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 CAMP ROAD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEELYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Neelyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff | 7.3 mi | — |
| W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. Poplar Bluff | 7.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell | 9.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley | 12.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville | 14.8 mi | 7.1 |
| NEELYVILLE ELEM. Neelyville | 14.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 12.7 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. Williamsville | 15.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,979
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
34,920
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville, MO | 4.9 |
| CLARDY ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.9 |
| CLEARWATER ELEMENTARY Piedmont, MO | 4.9 |
| COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 4.9 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker, MO | 4.9 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.
What grades does Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. serve?
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.?
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. rank in MO?
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. ranks #1,755 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. a charter school?
No, Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. a Title I school?
No, Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr.?
100.0% of students at Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Ctr. 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
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (573) 785-4905
Resources & Links
District
POPLAR BLUFF R-I- District Enrollment
- 5,074
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,411
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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