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#173 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 8% in state

Skyline Elem.

Elementary School · HICKORY CO. R-I

20663 US-65, Urbana, MO 65767

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#173 of 2,221

In Urbana

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

HICKORY CO. R-I

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Skyline Elem.

8.4/10

Elementary School in Urbana · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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7.6/10

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About Skyline Elem.

Skyline Elem. is a public elementary school in Urbana, MO, part of HICKORY CO. R-I. Skyline Elem. serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Skyline Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Skyline Elem. show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above MO schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Skyline 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,644
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Skyline Elem. — Students at Skyline Elem. score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 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
47%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
68.1%
ELA
61.4%
2025
Math
67.7%
ELA
72.7%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Skyline Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Location

20663 US-65, Urbana, MO 65767

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skyline Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERMITAGE ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), with a very similar rating. Another option is ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Climax Springs), a more accessible option. Additionally, WHEATLAND ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Wheatland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Urbana, see our Urbana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.8 mi
School Distance Rating
SKYLINE HIGH Urbana 0.0 mi 8.9
SKYLINE MIDDLE Urbana 0.0 mi 7.6
HERMITAGE ELEM. Hermitage 6.9 mi 8.3
HERMITAGE HIGH Hermitage 6.9 mi 7.8
HERMITAGE MIDDLE Hermitage 6.9 mi 7.5
WHEATLAND ELEM. Wheatland 11.6 mi 6.5
WHEATLAND HIGH Wheatland 11.6 mi 7.1
MACKS CREEK ELEM. Macks Creek 13.0 mi 5.2
MACKS CREEK HIGH Macks Creek 13.0 mi 6.4
MEADOWLARK HILL Tunas 13.4 mi 3.8
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Climax Springs 15.6 mi 7.2
CLIMAX SPRINGS HIGH Climax Springs 15.6 mi 6.9
SOUTH ELEMENTARY Edwards 18.6 mi 6.0
MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo 19.2 mi 6.5
BUFFALO HIGH Buffalo 19.2 mi 8.2
BUFFALO MIDDLE Buffalo 20.1 mi 4.4
HALFWAY ELEM. Halfway 20.5 mi 6.0
HALFWAY SECONDARY Halfway 20.5 mi 7.9
WARSAW HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw 22.8 mi 7.1
JOHN BOISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw 22.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,923

Median Home Value

$165,300

Median Rent

$538/mo

Population

1,860

College Educated

6.3%

Homeownership

80.3%

Poverty Rate

29.4%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ASH GROVE ELEM. Ash Grove, MO 8.4
BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City, MO 8.4
CAMERON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cameron, MO 8.4
CLARK ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.4
DIXON ELEM. Dixon, MO 8.4
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Hannibal, MO 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skyline Elem.

What grades does Skyline Elem. serve?

Skyline Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Skyline Elem.?

Skyline Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Skyline Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Skyline Elem. rank in MO?

Skyline Elem. ranks #173 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Skyline Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Skyline Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Skyline Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Skyline Elem. has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Skyline Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Skyline Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

48.0% of students at Skyline 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Hickory County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

HICKORY CO. R-I
District Enrollment
710
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,644
District Rank
#2 of 3

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