Needs Improvement
#2044 of 2,221 schools in MO
Scotland Co. Elem.
Elementary School · SCOTLAND CO. R-I
438 W. Lover's Lane, Memphis, MO 63555
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,044 of 2,221
In Memphis
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
SCOTLAND CO. R-I
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Scotland Co. Elem.
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scotland Co. Elem.
Scotland Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Memphis, MO, part of SCOTLAND CO. R-I.
Scotland Co. Elem. serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotland Co.
Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,044 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Scotland Co. Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Scotland Co. Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Scotland Co. 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.
32% of students at Scotland Co. Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Scotland Co. Elem. — Students at Scotland Co. Elem. score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.8/10.
How Scotland Co. Elem. Compares
See how Scotland Co. 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
438 W. Lover's Lane, Memphis, MO 63555
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scotland Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ADAIR CO. ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Brashear), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIRKSVILLE PRIMARY (rated 7.2/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Kirksville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KNOX CO. ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Edina), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCOTLAND CO. HIGH Memphis | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina | 21.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. HIGH Edina | 21.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Van Buren County Community Middle & High School Keosauqua | 20.9 mi | 7.8 |
| DC Online Bloomfield | 22.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Davis County Community High School Bloomfield | 22.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Davis County Elementary Bloomfield | 23.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Davis County Middle School Bloomfield | 23.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Van Buren County Community School District Douds Center Keosauqua | 25.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear | 24.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear | 24.8 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHUYLER CO. ELEM. Queen City | 20.8 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHUYLER CO. HIGH Queen City | 20.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahoka | 22.6 mi | — |
| BLACK HAWK ELEM. Kahoka | 23.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CLARK CO. MIDDLE Kahoka | 24.0 mi | 4.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Kahoka | 24.6 mi | 3.1 |
| CLARK CO. HIGH Kahoka | 24.7 mi | 7.8 |
| RAY MILLER ELEM. Kirksville | 28.2 mi | 7.0 |
| KIRKSVILLE PRIMARY Kirksville | 28.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,096
Median Home Value
$142,600
Median Rent
$499/mo
Population
3,193
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
81.4%
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown, MO | 3.9 |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview, MO | 3.9 |
| FOX ELEM. Arnold, MO | 3.9 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 3.9 |
| HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 3.9 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scotland Co. Elem.
What grades does Scotland Co. Elem. serve?
Scotland Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Scotland Co. Elem.?
Scotland Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scotland Co. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Scotland Co. Elem. is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scotland Co. Elem. rank in MO?
Scotland Co. Elem. ranks #2,044 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Scotland Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Scotland Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Scotland Co. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotland Co. Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Scotland Co. Elem. a charter school?
No, Scotland Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scotland Co. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Scotland Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scotland Co. Elem.?
46.4% of students at Scotland Co. 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Scotland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (660) 465-8532
Resources & Links
District
SCOTLAND CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 519
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,086
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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