Average
#1116 of 2,221 schools in MO
Soaring Heights Elem.
Elementary School · JOPLIN SCHOOLS
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,116 of 2,221
In Joplin
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Soaring Heights Elem.
Elementary School in Joplin · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Soaring Heights Elem.
Soaring Heights Elem. is a public elementary school in Joplin, MO, part of JOPLIN SCHOOLS. Soaring Heights Elem. serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Soaring Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,116 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Soaring Heights Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Soaring Heights Elem. — Students at Soaring Heights Elem. score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 7.3/10.
How Soaring Heights Elem. Compares
See how Soaring Heights 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
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soaring Heights Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARTERVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STAPLETON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 2.4 mi | — |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| STAPLETON ELEM. Joplin | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 5.1 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO | 6.4 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO | 6.4 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soaring Heights Elem.
What grades does Soaring Heights Elem. serve?
Soaring Heights Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Soaring Heights Elem.?
Soaring Heights Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soaring Heights Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Soaring Heights Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Soaring Heights Elem. rank in MO?
Soaring Heights Elem. ranks #1,116 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Soaring Heights Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Soaring Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Soaring Heights Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Soaring Heights Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Soaring Heights Elem. a charter school?
No, Soaring Heights Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Soaring Heights Elem. a Title I school?
No, Soaring Heights Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Soaring Heights Elem.?
63.7% of students at Soaring Heights 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (417) 625-5330
Resources & Links
District
JOPLIN SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,746
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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