Very Good
#825 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 37% in state
Shell Knob Elem.
Elementary School · SHELL KNOB 78
24400 STATE HWY 39, Shell Knob, MO 65747
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#825 of 2,221
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Shell Knob Elem.
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About Shell Knob Elem.
Shell Knob Elem. is a public elementary school in Shell Knob, MO, part of SHELL KNOB 78. Shell Knob Elem. serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shell Knob Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Shell Knob Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Shell Knob 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 6:1 students to teachers, Shell Knob Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shell Knob 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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Shell Knob Elem. — Students at Shell Knob Elem. score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.0/10.
How Shell Knob Elem. Compares
See how Shell Knob Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24400 STATE HWY 39, Shell Knob, MO 65747
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shell Knob Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REEDS SPRING PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Reeds Spring), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLUE EYE ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Blue Eye), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE (rated 6.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Cassville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shell Knob, see our Shell Knob schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUC BOYS SCHOOL Lampe | 10.0 mi | — |
| GALENA HIGH Galena | 15.2 mi | 5.3 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville | 13.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CASSVILLE MIDDLE Cassville | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CASSVILLE HIGH Cassville | 13.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CLEAR SPRING SCHOOL Eureka Springs | 16.7 mi | 5.6 |
| REEDS SPRING ELEMENTARY Reeds Spring | 14.8 mi | 4.5 |
| REEDS SPRING MIDDLE Reeds Spring | 14.9 mi | 8.2 |
| BERRYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCH Berryville | 17.9 mi | 5.1 |
| REEDS SPRING HIGH Reeds Spring | 14.9 mi | 4.5 |
| REEDS SPRING INTERMEDIATE Reeds Spring | 15.0 mi | 6.2 |
| REEDS SPRING PRIMARY Reeds Spring | 15.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berryville | 18.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BLUE EYE ELEM. Blue Eye | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BLUE EYE MIDDLE Blue Eye | 15.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BERRYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Berryville | 18.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BERRYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Berryville | 18.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CRANE HIGH Crane | 18.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EUREKA SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eureka Springs | 18.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,795
Median Home Value
$252,600
Median Rent
$773/mo
Population
3,957
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
59.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HELENA ELEM. Helena, MO | 7.0 |
| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin, MO | 7.0 |
| QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin, MO | 7.0 |
| SOUTH IRON ELEM. Annapolis, MO | 7.0 |
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 7.0 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL St. Joseph, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shell Knob Elem.
What grades does Shell Knob Elem. serve?
Shell Knob Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shell Knob Elem.?
Shell Knob Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shell Knob Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Shell Knob Elem. is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shell Knob Elem. rank in MO?
Shell Knob Elem. ranks #825 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Shell Knob Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Shell Knob Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Shell Knob Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shell Knob Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shell Knob Elem. a charter school?
No, Shell Knob Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shell Knob Elem. a Title I school?
No, Shell Knob Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shell Knob Elem.?
100.0% of students at Shell Knob 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Barry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (417) 858-6743
Resources & Links
District
SHELL KNOB 78- District Enrollment
- 114
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,201
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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