Average
#964 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 43% in state
Royal Heights Elem.
Elementary School · JOPLIN SCHOOLS
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#964 of 2,221
In Joplin
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Royal Heights Elem.
Elementary School in Joplin · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Royal Heights Elem.
Royal Heights Elem. is a public elementary school in Joplin, MO, part of JOPLIN SCHOOLS. Royal Heights Elem. serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #964 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Royal Heights Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Royal Heights Elem. — Students at Royal Heights Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 7.4/10.
How Royal Heights Elem. Compares
See how Royal Heights Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Royal Heights Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Webb City), which scores notably higher. Another option is KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKINLEY ELEM. (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek, MO | 6.7 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby, MO | 6.7 |
| BENTON ELEM. Marshall, MO | 6.7 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 6.7 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 6.7 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Royal Heights Elem.
What grades does Royal Heights Elem. serve?
Royal Heights Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Royal Heights Elem.?
Royal Heights Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Heights Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Royal Heights Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Royal Heights Elem. rank in MO?
Royal Heights Elem. ranks #964 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Royal Heights Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Royal Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Royal Heights Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Heights Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Royal Heights Elem. a charter school?
No, Royal Heights Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Royal Heights Elem. a Title I school?
No, Royal Heights Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Heights Elem.?
71.1% of students at Royal Heights 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
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (417) 625-5370
Resources & Links
District
JOPLIN SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,746
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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