Very Good
#356 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
Scott Co. Central Elem.
Elementary School · SCOTT CO. CENTRAL
20794 US HWY 61, Sikeston, MO 63801
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#356 of 2,221
In Sikeston
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
SCOTT CO. CENTRAL
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Scott Co. Central Elem.
Elementary School in Sikeston · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scott Co. Central Elem.
Scott Co. Central Elem. is a public elementary school in Sikeston, MO, part of SCOTT CO. CENTRAL.
Scott Co. Central Elem. serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Co.
Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Scott Co. Central Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Scott Co. Central 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.
Scott Co. Central 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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Scott Co. Central Elem. — Students at Scott Co. Central Elem. score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 6.7/10.
How Scott Co. Central Elem. Compares
See how Scott Co. Central Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20794 US HWY 61, Sikeston, MO 63801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scott Co. Central Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSO ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Benton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Oran), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEE HUNTER ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 7.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sikeston, see our Sikeston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 3.7 mi | — |
| SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston | 7.0 mi | 7.9 |
| SIKESTON HOPE CTR. Sikeston | 7.4 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sikeston | 7.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 7.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 7.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 7.9 mi | — |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 8.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 8.7 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 8.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ST DENIS SCHOOL Benton | 8.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KELSO ELEM. Benton | 10.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 9.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,945
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
22,121
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles, MO | 7.9 |
| EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence, MO | 7.9 |
| LA PLATA ELEM. La Plata, MO | 7.9 |
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.9 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
| BEVIER ELEM. Bevier, MO | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scott Co. Central Elem.
What grades does Scott Co. Central Elem. serve?
Scott Co. Central Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Scott Co. Central Elem.?
Scott Co. Central Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott Co. Central Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Scott Co. Central Elem. is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scott Co. Central Elem. rank in MO?
Scott Co. Central Elem. ranks #356 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Scott Co. Central Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Scott Co. Central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Scott Co. Central Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Co. Central Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Scott Co. Central Elem. a charter school?
No, Scott Co. Central Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scott Co. Central Elem. a Title I school?
No, Scott Co. Central Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott Co. Central Elem.?
89.8% of students at Scott Co. Central 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
- 166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (573) 471-3511
Resources & Links
District
SCOTT CO. CENTRAL- District Enrollment
- 287
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,540
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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