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#1652 of 2,221 schools in MO
Scott Co. Elem.
Elementary School · SCOTT CO. R-IV
4035 STATE HWY 77, Benton, MO 63736
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,652 of 2,221
In Benton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SCOTT CO. R-IV
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Scott Co. Elem.
Elementary School in Benton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scott Co. Elem.
Scott Co. Elem. is a public elementary school in Benton, MO, part of SCOTT CO. R-IV.
Scott Co. Elem. serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Co.
Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,652 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Scott Co. Elem. show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Scott 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.
Score Breakdown
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Scott Co. Elem. — Students at Scott Co. Elem. score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
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
↓ 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: 5.9/10.
How Scott Co. Elem. Compares
See how Scott 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
4035 STATE HWY 77, Benton, MO 63736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scott Co. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSO ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 8.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Oran), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Benton, see our Benton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST DENIS SCHOOL Benton | 6.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KELSO ELEM. Benton | 8.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 9.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Kelso | 10.8 mi | 5.5 |
| OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olive Branch | 10.8 mi | — |
| ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 11.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CHARLESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Charleston | 11.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City | 12.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 10.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 10.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WARREN E. HEARNES ELEM. Charleston | 11.5 mi | 4.3 |
| SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SCOTT CITY HIGH Scott City | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SCOTT CITY MIDDLE Scott City | 12.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 12.4 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 12.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,045
Median Home Value
$168,600
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
3,342
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 5.1 |
| JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon, MO | 5.1 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.1 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scott Co. Elem.
What grades does Scott Co. Elem. serve?
Scott Co. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Scott Co. Elem.?
Scott Co. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott Co. Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Scott Co. Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scott Co. Elem. rank in MO?
Scott Co. Elem. ranks #1,652 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Scott Co. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Scott Co. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Scott Co. Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Co. Elem. has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Scott Co. Elem. a charter school?
No, Scott Co. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scott Co. Elem. a Title I school?
No, Scott Co. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott Co. Elem.?
52.6% of students at Scott 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (573) 545-3541
Resources & Links
District
SCOTT CO. R-IV- District Enrollment
- 912
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,798
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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