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#1322 of 2,221 schools in MO
Portageville Elem.
Elementary School · PORTAGEVILLE
904 KING AVE, Portageville, MO 63873
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,322 of 2,221
In Portageville
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
PORTAGEVILLE
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Portageville Elem.
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About Portageville Elem.
Portageville Elem. is a public elementary school in Portageville, MO, part of PORTAGEVILLE. Portageville Elem. serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Portageville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,322 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Portageville Elem. show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Portageville 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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Portageville Elem. — Students at Portageville Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 2.5/10.
How Portageville Elem. Compares
See how Portageville Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
904 KING AVE, Portageville, MO 63873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portageville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW MADRID ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby New Madrid), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISCO ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Risco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Newton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Tiptonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portageville, see our Portageville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORTAGEVILLE HIGH Portageville | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST EUSTACHIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portageville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 9.1 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 9.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RISCO ELEM. Risco | 10.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RISCO HIGH Risco | 10.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Madrid | 11.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL New Madrid | 11.5 mi | 4.5 |
| LILBOURN ELEMENTARY Lilbourn | 11.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MATHIS ELEMENTARY Hayti | 13.7 mi | 5.7 |
| HAYTI HIGH Hayti | 13.8 mi | 5.4 |
| GIDEON HIGH Gideon | 12.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GIDEON ELEM. Gideon | 12.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Margaret Newton Elementary Tiptonville | 13.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Co High School Tiptonville | 13.2 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW MADRID ELEMENTARY New Madrid | 14.8 mi | 9.0 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville | 17.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE HIGH Caruthersville | 17.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CARUTHERSVILLE MIDDLE Caruthersville | 17.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton | 15.0 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,273
Median Home Value
$135,800
Median Rent
$755/mo
Population
4,096
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.9 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville, MO | 5.9 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| PLEASANT HILL PRIMARY Pleasant Hill, MO | 5.9 |
| PLEASANT HOPE ELEM. Pleasant Hope, MO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portageville Elem.
What grades does Portageville Elem. serve?
Portageville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Portageville Elem.?
Portageville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portageville Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Portageville 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 Portageville Elem. rank in MO?
Portageville Elem. ranks #1,322 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Portageville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Portageville 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 Portageville Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portageville Elem. has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Portageville Elem. a charter school?
No, Portageville Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portageville Elem. a Title I school?
No, Portageville Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portageville Elem.?
100.0% of students at Portageville 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
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- New Madrid County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.4%
- Phone
- (573) 379-5706
Resources & Links
District
PORTAGEVILLE- District Enrollment
- 684
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,751
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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