Needs Improvement
#2157 of 2,221 schools in MO
Silex Elem.
Elementary School · SILEX R-I
PO BOX 46, Silex, MO 63377
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,157 of 2,221
In Silex
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
SILEX R-I
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Silex Elem.
Elementary School in Silex · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Silex Elem.
Silex Elem. is a public elementary school in Silex, MO, part of SILEX R-I. Silex Elem. serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Silex Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,157 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Silex Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Silex 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.
Silex 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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Silex Elem. — Students at Silex Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 1.4/10.
How Silex Elem. Compares
See how Silex Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 46, Silex, MO 63377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silex Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLOPTON ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Moscow Mills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silex, see our Silex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILEX HIGH Silex | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Silex | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BOONE ELEM. Troy | 10.9 mi | 6.9 |
| MAIN STREET ELEM. Troy | 10.7 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Troy | 11.0 mi | 8.8 |
| TROY MIDDLE Troy | 10.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy | 10.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point | 11.5 mi | 5.0 |
| TROY HOLINESS SCHOOL Troy | 11.6 mi | 6.3 |
| TROY BUCHANAN HIGH Troy | 11.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CAMP AVERY PARK CAMP Troy | 10.8 mi | — |
| LINCOLN CO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Troy | 12.6 mi | 3.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-TROY Troy | 13.1 mi | 4.9 |
| CLOPTON ELEM. Clarksville | 13.0 mi | 9.0 |
| CLOPTON HIGH Clarksville | 13.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CUIVRE PARK ELEMENTARY Troy | 12.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Bowling Green | 13.3 mi | 5.3 |
| TROY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow Mills | 14.5 mi | 4.4 |
| WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. Moscow Mills | 14.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LILLIAN SCHAPER SCHOOL Bowling Green | 16.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,987
Median Home Value
$218,400
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
3,548
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
91.2%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Hillsboro, MO | 3.5 |
| TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus, MO | 3.5 |
| TWILLMAN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.5 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance, MO | 3.2 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings, MO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silex Elem.
What grades does Silex Elem. serve?
Silex Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Silex Elem.?
Silex Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silex Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Silex Elem. is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silex Elem. rank in MO?
Silex Elem. ranks #2,157 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Silex Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Silex Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Silex Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silex Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Silex Elem. a charter school?
No, Silex Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silex Elem. a Title I school?
No, Silex Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silex Elem.?
32.2% of students at Silex 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (573) 384-5044
Resources & Links
District
SILEX R-I- District Enrollment
- 457
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,680
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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