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#1047 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 47% in state
South Elem.
Elementary School · ELDON R-I
1210 S MAPLE ST, Eldon, MO 65026
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,047 of 2,221
In Eldon
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
ELDON R-I
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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South Elem.
Elementary School in Eldon · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Elem.
South Elem. is a public elementary school in Eldon, MO, part of ELDON R-I. South Elem. serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,047 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for South Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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South Elem. — Students at South Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 7.7/10.
How South Elem. Compares
See how South Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1210 S MAPLE ST, Eldon, MO 65026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EUGENE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Eugene), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH POINT ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby High Point), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE KING'S ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Ozark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Eldon, see our Eldon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ELDON HIGH Eldon | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon | 0.8 mi | — |
| ELDON MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Eldon | 1.2 mi | — |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark | 10.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lake Ozark | 10.4 mi | 3.7 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Lake Ozark | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MILLER CO. ELEM. Tuscumbia | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TUSCUMBIA HIGH Tuscumbia | 9.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 11.5 mi | 3.9 |
| EUGENE HIGH Eugene | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EUGENE ELEM. Eugene | 10.2 mi | 8.7 |
| OSAGE HIGH Osage Beach | 13.3 mi | 5.9 |
| OSAGE UPPER ELEM. Osage Beach | 13.4 mi | 5.0 |
| OSAGE MIDDLE Osage Beach | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham | 12.9 mi | — |
| RUSSELLVILLE HIGH Russellville | 13.7 mi | 6.9 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville | 13.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,232
Median Home Value
$159,000
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
11,648
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.5 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.5 |
| FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth, MO | 6.5 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 6.5 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.5 |
| MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Elem.
What grades does South Elem. serve?
South Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend South Elem.?
South Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elem. is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Elem. rank in MO?
South Elem. ranks #1,047 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 South Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is South Elem. a charter school?
No, South Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Elem. a Title I school?
No, South Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Elem.?
50.2% of students at South 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Miller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (573) 392-8030
Resources & Links
District
ELDON R-I- District Enrollment
- 2,000
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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