Excellent
#23 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Prairie Home Elem.
Elementary School · PRAIRIE HOME R-V
301 HWY DRIVE, Prairie Home, MO 65068
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Prairie Home
#1 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#19 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 2
PRAIRIE HOME R-V
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Prairie Home Elem.
Prairie Home Elementary serves 57 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Prairie Home, Missouri. The school earns an Exceptional rating with a composite score of 9.2 out of 10, ranking #23 among 2,216 public schools statewide — placing it in the top 1% of all Missouri schools and #19 among the state's 1,202 elementary schools. The numbers driving that standing are hard to ignore.
Growth scores reach a perfect 10.0, meaning students here gain more academic ground each year than virtually every other school in Missouri. Academic performance adds an 8.4 out of 10, giving that growth a strong foundation to build on. The student-teacher ratio of 8.1:1 runs well below state norms, ensuring each child gets consistent direct instruction from kindergarten through fifth grade.
Prairie Home Elementary is a regular public school drawing from the surrounding rural community. Its 57-student enrollment keeps class sizes tight by design, and the school's results show that scale paying off for students. For families weighing elementary options in central Missouri, the statewide rank makes a clear case: Prairie Home Elementary produces outcomes that fewer than 1 in 100 public schools in the state can match.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 57 students, Prairie Home Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.1:1, Prairie Home Elem. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Prairie Home Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie Home Elem. — Students at Prairie Home Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 10.0/10.
How Prairie Home Elem. Compares
See how Prairie Home Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 24.5% (2019) to 54.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 24.5% (2019) to 44.5% (2022).
Location
301 HWY DRIVE, Prairie Home, MO 65068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Home Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Columbia), a more accessible option. Another option is CALIFORNIA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby California), a more accessible option. Additionally, CLARKSBURG ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Prairie Home, see our Prairie Home schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRAIRIE HOME HIGH Prairie Home | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMESTOWN C-I ELEM. Jamestown | 7.3 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMESTOWN C-I HIGH Jamestown | 7.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bunceton | 7.6 mi | — |
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg | 11.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CALIFORNIA HIGH California | 12.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California | 12.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CALIFORNIA MIDDLE California | 12.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton | 10.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BUNCETON HIGH Bunceton | 10.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY Columbia | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville | 13.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville | 12.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville | 13.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Boonville | 13.5 mi | 5.7 |
| BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville | 12.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MIDWAY HEIGHTS ELEM. Columbia | 13.8 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 13.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 14.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 13.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,875
Median Home Value
$193,100
Median Rent
$780/mo
Population
849
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
46.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie Home Elem. has a median household income of $61,875. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $193,100, with a median rent of $780/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holliday C-2 School District Holliday, MO | 9.1 |
| COWGILL ELEM. Cowgill, MO | 9.3 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Rueter, MO | 9.3 |
| BONCL Elem. Louisiana, MO | 9.4 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Conception Jct, MO | 9.4 |
| GRUNDY CO. ELEM. Humphreys, MO | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Home Elem.
What grades does Prairie Home Elem. serve?
Prairie Home Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie Home Elem.?
Prairie Home Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Home Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Home Elem. is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Home Elem. rank in MO?
Prairie Home Elem. is ranked #23 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Prairie Home Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Home Elem. has a composite rating of 9.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Prairie Home Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie Home Elem. has 34.5% math proficiency and 37.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Prairie Home Elem. a charter school?
No, Prairie Home Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Home Elem. a Title I school?
No, Prairie Home Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Home Elem.?
50.9% of students at Prairie Home 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cooper County
- Phone
- (660) 841-5296
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
PRAIRIE HOME R-V- District Enrollment
- 142
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,521
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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