Excellent
#127 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 6% in state
South Holt Elem.
Elementary School · SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I
201 S BARBOUR, Oregon, MO 64473
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#127 of 2,221
In Oregon
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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South Holt Elem.
Elementary School in Oregon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
South Holt High
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About South Holt Elem.
South Holt Elem. is a public elementary school in Oregon, MO, part of SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I. South Holt Elem. serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
South Holt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for South Holt Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, South Holt 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.
South Holt 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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South Holt Elem. — Students at South Holt Elem. score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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 Holt Elem. Compares
See how South Holt Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 S BARBOUR, Oregon, MO 64473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Holt Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUND CITY ELEM. (rated 9.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Mound City), which scores notably higher. Another option is NODAWAY-HOLT ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Maitland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Doniphan West Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Denton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oregon, see our Oregon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH HOLT HIGH Oregon | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Doniphan West JR/SR High School Highland | 10.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MOUND CITY ELEM. Mound City | 11.4 mi | 9.7 |
| MOUND CITY HIGH Mound City | 11.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MOUND CITY MIDDLE Mound City | 11.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Troy High and Middle School Troy | 14.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Troy Elem Troy | 14.0 mi | 7.2 |
| NODAWAY-HOLT ELEM. Maitland | 15.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Nodaway-Holt MS/HS Graham | 15.7 mi | 5.7 |
| AMAZONIA ELEM. Amazonia | 14.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Doniphan West Elementary School Denton | 17.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH ANDREW MIDDLE Rosendale | 14.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH ANDREW ELEM. Rosendale | 14.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTH ANDREW HIGH Rosendale | 14.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverside Middle School Wathena | 18.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Riverside High School Wathena | 18.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Riverside Virtual High School Wathena | 18.1 mi | — |
| SAVANNAH MIDDLE Savannah | 15.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MINNIE CLINE ELEM. Savannah | 16.4 mi | 4.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CTR Savannah | 16.4 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,839
Median Home Value
$120,800
Median Rent
$591/mo
Population
1,267
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring, MO | 8.6 |
| SANTA FE ELEM. Waverly, MO | 8.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.6 |
| VIENNA ELEM. Vienna, MO | 8.6 |
| BRADLEYVILLE ELEM. Bradleyville, MO | 8.5 |
| EAST LYNNE ELEM. East Lynne, MO | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Holt Elem.
What grades does South Holt Elem. serve?
South Holt Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend South Holt Elem.?
South Holt Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Holt Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at South Holt Elem. is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Holt Elem. rank in MO?
South Holt Elem. ranks #127 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Holt Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
South Holt Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Holt Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Holt Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Holt Elem. a charter school?
No, South Holt Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Holt Elem. a Title I school?
No, South Holt Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Holt Elem.?
40.8% of students at South Holt 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Holt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (660) 446-2356
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH HOLT CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 254
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,136
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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