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#33 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 1% in state

Spring Bluff Elem.

Elementary School · SPRING BLUFF R-XV

9374 HWY 185, Sullivan, MO 63080

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#33 of 2,221

In Sullivan

#1 of 6

public schools

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Spring Bluff Elem.

9.1/10

Elementary School in Sullivan · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Strain-japan Elem.

8.0/10

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4.6/10

6.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Spring Bluff Elem.

Spring Bluff Elem. is a public elementary school in Sullivan, MO, part of SPRING BLUFF R-XV. Spring Bluff Elem. serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Bluff Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Bluff Elem. show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.7 pts above MO schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Spring Bluff 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+38.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,977
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Spring Bluff Elem. — Students at Spring Bluff Elem. score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
78.7%
ELA
72.3%
2025
Math
78.9%
ELA
79.9%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Spring Bluff Elem. Compares

See how Spring Bluff Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in MO
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Location

9374 HWY 185, Sullivan, MO 63080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Bluff Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GERALD ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Gerald), with a comparable rating. Another option is STRAIN-JAPAN ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Bourbon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sullivan, see our Sullivan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
STRAIN-JAPAN ELEM. Sullivan 3.7 mi 8.0
SULLIVAN MIDDLE Sullivan 6.1 mi 4.6
SULLIVAN PRIMARY Sullivan 6.2 mi 6.2
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sullivan 6.5 mi 5.9
MERAMEC VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon 7.5 mi 6.8
SULLIVAN ELEM. Sullivan 7.1 mi 5.7
SULLIVAN SR. HIGH Sullivan 7.3 mi 6.3
BOURBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bourbon 9.7 mi 8.1
BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon 9.8 mi 7.7
GERALD ELEM. Gerald 9.2 mi 8.2
BOURBON HIGH SCHOOL Bourbon 10.8 mi 7.0
BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort 10.6 mi 7.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosebud 11.3 mi 5.7
FRANKLIN CO. SPECL. ED. COOP. St. Clair 10.7 mi 4.8
OWENSVILLE ELEM. Owensville 14.1 mi 3.1
OWENSVILLE MIDDLE Owensville 14.3 mi 3.9
EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair 14.1 mi 6.4
ST. CLAIR ELEM. St. Clair 14.1 mi 4.9
OWENSVILLE HIGH Owensville 14.4 mi 6.4
UNION HIGH Union 15.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,862

Median Home Value

$169,000

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

13,529

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles, MO 9.1
NEW HAVEN ELEM. New Haven, MO 9.1
NORWOOD ELEM. Norwood, MO 9.1
PERSHING ELEM. Springfield, MO 9.1
BERNIE ELEM. Bernie, MO 9.2
BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick, MO 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Bluff Elem.

What grades does Spring Bluff Elem. serve?

Spring Bluff Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Spring Bluff Elem.?

Spring Bluff Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Bluff Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Bluff Elem. is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Bluff Elem. rank in MO?

Spring Bluff Elem. ranks #33 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Spring Bluff Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Bluff Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Spring Bluff Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Bluff Elem. has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Bluff Elem. a charter school?

No, Spring Bluff Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Bluff Elem. a Title I school?

No, Spring Bluff Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Bluff Elem.?

13.6% of students at Spring Bluff 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

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

SPRING BLUFF R-XV
District Enrollment
221
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,977
District Rank
#1 of 1

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