Very Good
#347 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
Stapleton Elem.
Elementary School · JOPLIN SCHOOLS
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#347 of 2,221
In Joplin
#2 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 15
JOPLIN SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Stapleton Elem.
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About Stapleton Elem.
Stapleton Elem. is a public elementary school in Joplin, MO, part of JOPLIN SCHOOLS. Stapleton Elem. serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stapleton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Stapleton Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Stapleton Elem. — Students at Stapleton Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 9.2/10.
How Stapleton Elem. Compares
See how Stapleton 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
PO BOX 128, Joplin, MO 64802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stapleton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CECIL FLOYD ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| JOPLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Joplin | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Joplin | 2.1 mi | — |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 4.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joplin | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston, MO | 7.9 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stapleton Elem.
What grades does Stapleton Elem. serve?
Stapleton Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stapleton Elem.?
Stapleton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stapleton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Stapleton Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stapleton Elem. rank in MO?
Stapleton Elem. ranks #347 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Stapleton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Stapleton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Stapleton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stapleton Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Stapleton Elem. a charter school?
No, Stapleton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stapleton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Stapleton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stapleton Elem.?
48.4% of students at Stapleton 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Newton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (417) 625-5375
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District
JOPLIN SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,746
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,792
- District Rank
- #2 of 15
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