Very Good
#643 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 29% in state
Southeast Elem.
Elementary School · SIKESTON R-6
2300 ABLES RD, Sikeston, MO 63801
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#643 of 2,221
In Sikeston
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
SIKESTON R-6
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Southeast Elem.
Elementary School in Sikeston · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southeast Elem.
Southeast Elem. is a public elementary school in Sikeston, MO, part of SIKESTON R-6. Southeast Elem. serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Southeast Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Southeast Elem. — Students at Southeast Elem. score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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 Southeast Elem. Compares
See how Southeast 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
2300 ABLES RD, Sikeston, MO 63801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southeast Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEE HUNTER ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 8.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WING ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sikeston, see our Sikeston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 0.7 mi | — |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SIKESTON HOPE CTR. Sikeston | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sikeston | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY Matthews | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 8.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 11.0 mi | — |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 12.4 mi | 5.1 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 12.4 mi | 7.0 |
| EAST PRAIRIE MIDDLE East Prairie | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST PRAIRIE HIGH East Prairie | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,945
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
22,121
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort, MO | 7.3 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO | 7.3 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.3 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.3 |
| NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southeast Elem.
What grades does Southeast Elem. serve?
Southeast Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend Southeast Elem.?
Southeast Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Elem. is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southeast Elem. rank in MO?
Southeast Elem. ranks #643 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southeast Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southeast Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Southeast Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southeast Elem. a charter school?
No, Southeast Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southeast Elem. a Title I school?
No, Southeast Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Elem.?
100.0% of students at Southeast 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
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (573) 472-0707
Resources & Links
District
SIKESTON R-6- District Enrollment
- 3,225
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,901
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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