Excellent
#291 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 13% in state
Risco Elem.
Elementary School · RISCO R-II
PO BOX 17, Risco, MO 63874
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#291 of 2,221
In Risco
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
RISCO R-II
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Risco Elem.
Elementary School in Risco · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Risco Elem.
Risco Elem. is a public elementary school in Risco, MO, part of RISCO R-II. Risco Elem. serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Risco Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Risco Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Risco Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Risco Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Risco 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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Risco Elem. — Students at Risco Elem. score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.1/10.
How Risco Elem. Compares
See how Risco Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 17, Risco, MO 63874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Risco Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERNIE ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Bernie), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMPBELL ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Campbell), a more accessible option. Additionally, GIDEON ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Gideon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Risco, see our Risco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RISCO HIGH Risco | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| GIDEON HIGH Gideon | 8.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GIDEON ELEM. Gideon | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MALDEN LOWER ELEM. Malden | 8.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden | 8.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton | 10.4 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARKTON HIGH Clarkton | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PORTAGEVILLE HIGH Portageville | 10.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST EUSTACHIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portageville | 10.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville | 10.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton | 10.6 mi | — |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie | 11.5 mi | 9.2 |
| BERNIE HIGH Bernie | 11.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 14.0 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH PEMISCOT SR. HIGH Wardell | 14.0 mi | 6.4 |
| LILBOURN ELEMENTARY Lilbourn | 12.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL New Madrid | 13.3 mi | 4.5 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Madrid | 13.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell | 14.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CAMPBELL HIGH Campbell | 14.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,125
Median Home Value
$72,700
Median Rent
$668/mo
Population
243
College Educated
1.8%
Homeownership
81.2%
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon, MO | 8.1 |
| HARDEMAN ELEM. Marshall, MO | 8.1 |
| MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 8.2 |
| NWMSU HORACE MANN LABORATORY SCHOOL Maryville, MO | 8.0 |
| STRAIN-JAPAN ELEM. Sullivan, MO | 8.0 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Risco Elem.
What grades does Risco Elem. serve?
Risco Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Risco Elem.?
Risco Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Risco Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Risco Elem. is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Risco Elem. rank in MO?
Risco Elem. ranks #291 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Risco Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Risco Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Risco Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Risco Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Risco Elem. a charter school?
No, Risco Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Risco Elem. a Title I school?
No, Risco Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Risco Elem.?
64.3% of students at Risco 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- New Madrid County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (573) 396-5501
Resources & Links
District
RISCO R-II- District Enrollment
- 160
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,854
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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