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Special Acres School
School · MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED
519 EIGHTH ST, Park Hills, MO 63601
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Special Acres School
School in Park Hills · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Special Acres School
Special Acres School is a public school in Park Hills, MO, part of MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED. Special Acres School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Special Acres School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 24 students, Special Acres School 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.
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Special Acres School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
75% of students at Special Acres School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 519 EIGHTH ST, Park Hills, MO 63601
- Phone
- (573) 431-3076
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
519 EIGHTH ST, Park Hills, MO 63601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Special Acres School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FARMINGTON MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Farmington). Another option is CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Farmington). For more schools in Park Hills, see our Park Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 5.8 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 6.0 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington | 6.5 mi | 5.4 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington | 6.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,798
Median Home Value
$114,400
Median Rent
$734/mo
Population
16,434
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Special Acres School
What grades does Special Acres School serve?
Special Acres School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Special Acres School?
Special Acres School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Special Acres School?
The student-teacher ratio at Special Acres School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Special Acres School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Special Acres School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Special Acres School a charter school?
No, Special Acres School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Special Acres School a Title I school?
No, Special Acres School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Special Acres School?
50.0% of students at Special Acres School 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francois County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.0%
- Phone
- (573) 431-3076
Resources & Links
District
MO SCHLS FOR THE SEV DISABLED- District Enrollment
- 692
- Schools in District
- 35
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