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Spickard Elem.
Elementary School · SPICKARD R-II
105 N 4TH ST, Spickard, MO 64679
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Spickard Elem.
Spickard Elem. is a public elementary school in Spickard, MO, part of the SPICKARD R-II. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1. Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math and 52% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,500, where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Spickard Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1, Spickard Elem. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Spickard Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Address
- 105 N 4TH ST, Spickard, MO 64679
- Website
- spickard.k12.mo.us
- Phone
- (660) 485-6121
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
105 N 4TH ST, Spickard, MO 64679
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spickard Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH MERCER ELEM. (rated 9.8/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Mercer). Another option is GRUNDY CO. ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Humphreys). Additionally, LAREDO ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Laredo). For more schools in Spickard, see our Spickard schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROLLING MEADOW AMISH SCHOOL Princeton | 7.8 mi | — |
| PRINCETON R-V ELEM. Princeton | 10.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PRINCETON R-V JR.-SR. HIGH Princeton | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Trenton Middle School Trenton | 11.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Trenton High School Trenton | 11.3 mi | 5.5 |
| S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton | 11.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Trenton | 13.7 mi | 4.8 |
| GRUNDY CO. HIGH Galt | 13.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LAREDO ELEM. Laredo | 16.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CAINSVILLE ELEM. Cainsville | 16.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CAINSVILLE HIGH Cainsville | 16.5 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH MERCER ELEM. Mercer | 18.9 mi | 9.8 |
| MERCER HIGH Mercer | 18.9 mi | 7.9 |
| NEWTOWN-HARRIS ELEM. Newtown | 16.6 mi | 8.0 |
| NEWTOWN-HARRIS HIGH Newtown | 16.6 mi | 6.5 |
| GRUNDY CO. ELEM. Humphreys | 16.4 mi | 9.5 |
| GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City | 16.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GILMAN CITY HIGH Gilman City | 16.5 mi | 7.1 |
| POVERTY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Mercer | 21.3 mi | — |
| COUNTRY VIEW Jamesport | 20.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64679 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,500
Median Home Value
$108,300
Population
861
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
73.6%
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
48.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Spickard Elem. has a median household income of $55,500. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $108,300. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville, MO | — |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis, MO | — |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore, MO | — |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | — |
| CRAIG ELEM. Craig, MO | — |
| DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTER Springfield, MO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spickard Elem.
What grades does Spickard Elem. serve?
Spickard Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Spickard Elem.?
Spickard Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spickard Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Spickard Elem. is 2.4:1. 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 Spickard Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Spickard Elem. has 28.2% math proficiency and 51.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Spickard Elem. a charter school?
No, Spickard Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spickard Elem. a Title I school?
No, Spickard Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spickard Elem.?
73.7% of students at Spickard 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (81/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Grundy County
- Phone
- (660) 485-6121
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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