Very Good
#547 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 25% in state
Puxico Elem.
Elementary School · PUXICO R-VIII
481 N BEDFORD ST, Puxico, MO 63960
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#547 of 2,221
In Puxico
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
PUXICO R-VIII
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Puxico Elem.
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About Puxico Elem.
Puxico Elem. is a public elementary school in Puxico, MO, part of PUXICO R-VIII. Puxico Elem. serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Puxico Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Puxico Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Puxico 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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Puxico Elem. — Students at Puxico Elem. score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 7.8/10.
How Puxico Elem. Compares
See how Puxico Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
481 N BEDFORD ST, Puxico, MO 63960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Puxico Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLOOMFIELD ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is ZALMA ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Zalma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FISK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Fisk), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Puxico, see our Puxico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUXICO JR. HIGH Puxico | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PUXICO HIGH Puxico | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MINGO PUXICO TECHNICAL HIGH Puxico | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 12.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ZALMA HIGH Zalma | 13.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ZALMA ELEM. Zalma | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield | 13.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 13.1 mi | 8.3 |
| JUVENILE CTR. Bloomfield | 13.1 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield | 13.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CROWLEY RIDGE SCHOOL Dexter | 14.4 mi | — |
| T. S. HILL MIDDLE Dexter | 15.2 mi | 4.7 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 15.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter | 15.3 mi | 4.8 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEM. Dexter | 15.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL Dexter | 15.2 mi | 3.6 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 15.6 mi | 4.5 |
| TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley | 19.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance | 17.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ADVANCE HIGH Advance | 17.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,139
Median Home Value
$121,200
Median Rent
$640/mo
Population
3,448
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann, MO | 7.5 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO | 7.5 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood, MO | 7.5 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puxico Elem.
What grades does Puxico Elem. serve?
Puxico Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Puxico Elem.?
Puxico Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Puxico Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Puxico Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Puxico Elem. rank in MO?
Puxico Elem. ranks #547 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Puxico Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Puxico Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Puxico Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Puxico Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Puxico Elem. a charter school?
No, Puxico Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Puxico Elem. a Title I school?
No, Puxico Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Puxico Elem.?
55.7% of students at Puxico 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
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Stoddard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (573) 222-3542
Resources & Links
District
PUXICO R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 779
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,977
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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