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Steadley Elem.

Elementary School · CARTHAGE R-IX

1814 W FIR RD, Carthage, MO 64836

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,330 of 2,221

In Carthage

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

CARTHAGE R-IX

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Steadley Elem.

5.9/10

Elementary School in Carthage · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Steadley Elem.

Steadley Elem. is a public elementary school in Carthage, MO, part of CARTHAGE R-IX. Steadley Elem. serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Steadley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Steadley Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,082
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Steadley Elem. — Students at Steadley Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
60.3%
ELA
44.6%
2025
Math
56.7%
ELA
44.2%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Steadley Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in MO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1814 W FIR RD, Carthage, MO 64836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Steadley Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARTERVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Webb City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage 0.4 mi 7.6
COLUMBIAN ELEM. Carthage 2.2 mi 4.7
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Carthage 2.3 mi 5.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PAT CENTER Carthage 2.3 mi 4.7
CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL Carthage 2.4 mi 4.0
CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER Carthage 2.9 mi 5.9
CARTHAGE JR. HIGH Carthage 2.7 mi 7.3
FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage 2.7 mi 5.7
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage 3.2 mi 6.0
CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville 5.5 mi 8.5
COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin 6.7 mi 5.6
WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 6.8 mi 5.2
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City 6.9 mi 5.5
HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City 6.9 mi 3.2
BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 7.4 mi 5.9
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City 7.5 mi 7.7
SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin 7.7 mi 6.4
WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City 7.1 mi 5.6
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City 7.1 mi 3.6
EAST MIDDLE Joplin 7.7 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,775

Median Home Value

$157,700

Median Rent

$883/mo

Population

25,727

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

35.8

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BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO 5.9
CEDAR CREEK ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 5.9
FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.9
HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville, MO 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steadley Elem.

What grades does Steadley Elem. serve?

Steadley Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Steadley Elem.?

Steadley Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Steadley Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Steadley Elem. is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Steadley Elem. rank in MO?

Steadley Elem. ranks #1,330 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Steadley Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Steadley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Steadley Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Steadley Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Steadley Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Steadley Elem. a Title I school?

No, Steadley Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

55.1% of students at Steadley 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jasper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

District

CARTHAGE R-IX
District Enrollment
5,062
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,082
District Rank
#4 of 10

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