Skip to main content

Below Average

#1746 of 2,221 schools in MO

Shook Elem.

Elementary School · MARSHFIELD R-I

180 STATE HWY DD, Marshfield, MO 65706

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,746 of 2,221

In Marshfield

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

MARSHFIELD R-I

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Shook Elem.?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Shook Elem.

4.9/10

Elementary School in Marshfield · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Marshfield High

7.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Marshfield Early Learning Cntr

Nearby

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Shook Elem.

Shook Elem. is a public elementary school in Marshfield, MO, part of MARSHFIELD R-I. Shook Elem. serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Shook Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,746 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Shook Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency45% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,018
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Shook Elem. — Students at Shook Elem. score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
52.3%
ELA
50.5%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Shook Elem. Compares

See how Shook Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
21th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

180 STATE HWY DD, Marshfield, MO 65706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shook Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORDLAND ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Fordland), which scores notably higher. Another option is DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marshfield, see our Marshfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MARSHFIELD HIGH Marshfield 0.1 mi 7.3
Marshfield Early Learning Cntr Marshfield 0.7 mi
MARSHFIELD JR. HIGH Marshfield 0.8 mi 7.0
EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield 0.7 mi 5.7
DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. Marshfield 0.8 mi 6.3
NIANGUA ELEM. Niangua 5.0 mi 4.4
NIANGUA HIGH Niangua 5.0 mi 6.8
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #7 Seymour 9.4 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #6 Fordland 9.8 mi 3.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #8 Seymour 10.1 mi
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 9.2 mi
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 9.9 mi 2.4
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #5 Seymour 11.2 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #9 Seymour 11.0 mi 2.2
BRIGHT PRAIRIE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 10.6 mi 2.4
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #10 Seymour 11.5 mi 2.3
CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway 11.8 mi 5.3
EZARD ELEM. Conway 11.7 mi 5.7
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 10.6 mi 3.1
FORDLAND ELEM. Fordland 12.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,304

Median Home Value

$234,400

Median Rent

$780/mo

Population

17,479

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville, MO 4.9
CLARDY ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 4.9
CLEARWATER ELEMENTARY Piedmont, MO 4.9
COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO 4.9
EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO 4.9
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico, MO 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shook Elem.

What grades does Shook Elem. serve?

Shook Elem. serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Shook Elem.?

Shook Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shook Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Shook Elem. is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shook Elem. rank in MO?

Shook Elem. ranks #1,746 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Shook Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Shook Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Shook Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shook Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shook Elem. a charter school?

No, Shook Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shook Elem. a Title I school?

No, Shook Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shook Elem.?

46.3% of students at Shook 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Webster County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

MARSHFIELD R-I
District Enrollment
3,059
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,018
District Rank
#5 of 5

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.