Excellent
#240 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 11% in state
Price Elementary
Elementary School · REPUBLIC R-III
518 N HAMPTON AVE., Republic, MO 65738
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Republic
#3 of 7
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#161 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 8
REPUBLIC R-III
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Price Elementary
Price Elementary serves 491 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Republic, Missouri, consistently ranking among the top schools in the state. With a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and placing 212th out of 2,234 Missouri elementary schools in the 91st percentile, Price Elementary demonstrates solid academic achievement across all grade levels. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.9 to 1 with 38 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.
Student performance reflects this supportive environment, with 62% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 55% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading. Price Elementary operates within Greene County's Republic community, where families enjoy a median household income of $66,504 and median home values of $170,700. The surrounding neighborhood maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.9%, with 28% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, creating a stable educational environment for students.
Located in a town on the fringe of an urban area, Price Elementary offers families the benefits of small-town community feel while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources and opportunities.
Score Breakdown
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Price Elementary — Students at Price Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
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
→ 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: 8.7/10.
How Price Elementary Compares
See how Price Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 59% (2019) to 62% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 56% (2019) to 55% (2022).
Location
518 N HAMPTON AVE., Republic, MO 65738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Price Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCCULLOCH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SWEENY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Republic, see our Republic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Republic | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOFIELD ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MCCULLOCH ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| LYON ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SWEENY ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| REPUBLIC MIDDLE Republic | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| REPUBLIC HIGH Republic | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CLEVER HIGH Clever | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CLEVER ELEM. Clever | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings | 6.3 mi | 4.2 |
| BILLINGS SR. HIGH Billings | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield | 7.3 mi | — |
| WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield | 7.3 mi | — |
| WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 7.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BOIS D'ARC ELEM. Bois D'Arc | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. Springfield | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,848
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$1,069/mo
Population
21,117
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
35.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Price Elementary has a median household income of $67,848. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $195,400, with a median rent of $1,069/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 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 |
|---|---|
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 8.1 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood, MO | 8.1 |
| HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister, MO | 8.1 |
| Horizon Elementary Smithville, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Price Elementary
What grades does Price Elementary serve?
Price Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Price Elementary?
Price Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Price Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Price Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Price Elementary rank in MO?
Price Elementary is ranked #240 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Price Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Price Elementary has a composite rating of 8.1 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 Price Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Price Elementary has 61.7% math proficiency and 59.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Price Elementary a charter school?
No, Price Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Price Elementary a Title I school?
No, Price Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Price Elementary?
40.9% of students at Price Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 732-3690
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
REPUBLIC R-III- District Enrollment
- 5,281
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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